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The Purple Shell

The Purple Shell

Original Title: 紫貝殼

19671h 42m

Status

Released

Release

1967

Runtime

1h 42m

Storyline

Hui Pui-ching, a gentle and fragile woman, endures relentless abuse from her violent husband Fan Pak-nan. By chance, she meets Ha Mon-hin, a cultured and compassionate businessman trapped in his own loveless marriage. Drawn together by loneliness and understanding, their relationship unfolds quietly along seaside walks, where a simple purple shell becomes a symbol of tenderness and fragile hope. As suspicion, jealousy, and blackmail close in, their impossible love spirals toward devastating consequences.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 42m
Aug 2, 1967
Languages
Mandarin
Director
Production
Production Countries
Hong Kong