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Ch'ien-nu Yu-hun

In ancient China, a tale was told, Of a ghostly beauty, so brave and bold. Nie Xiaoqian, her name so fair, She haunted the hearts of those who dare. With Leslie Cheung and Joey Wong, Their love story would carry on. Directed by Ching Siu-tung's hand, A romantic comedy in a haunted land. Based on Pu Songling's Strange Stories, Inspired by Shaw Brothers' glories. A film that captured hearts and souls, In Hong Kong and beyond, it took its toll. Young people in the mainland, they yearned, For a chance to see the film they've learned. A cult following it quickly gained, Among the generation, it was ingrained. Joey Wong's stardom reached new heights, Leslie Cheung, in Japan, took flight. Folklore ghost films began to bloom, In the Hong Kong film industry's room. Sequels, remakes, and a TV show, The story of Nie Xiaoqian continued to grow. A tale of love and spirits so rare, Forever cherished, beyond compare. At the Hong Kong Film Awards, it was acclaimed, In France and Portugal, its fame proclaimed. A masterpiece of Chinese motion pictures, A haunting tale that forever lingers. Random page: FCER1B