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Thousand Pieces of Gold

PG-1319911h 45mNancy Kelly

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"A testament to the strength of the human spirit."

In 1880s China, young Lalu is sold into marriage by her impoverished father. Rather than becoming a bride, Lalu ends up in an Idaho gold-mining town, the property of a saloon owner who renames her, China Polly, and plans to sell her as entertainment for the locals. Refusing to become a whore, Lalu ultimately finds her own way in this strange country filled with white demons.

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What is Thousand Pieces of Gold (1991) about?

In 1880s China, young Lalu is sold into marriage by her impoverished father. Rather than becoming a bride, Lalu ends up in an Idaho gold-mining town, the property of a saloon owner who renames her, China Polly, and plans to sell her as entertainment for the locals. Refusing to become a whore, Lalu ultimately finds her own way in this strange country filled with white demons.

Who stars in Thousand Pieces of Gold?

Thousand Pieces of Gold stars Beth Broderick (Berthe), Michael Paul Chan (Hong King), Rosalind Chao (Lalu / Polly), Chris Cooper (Charlie), Dennis Dun (Jim). The film was directed by Nancy Kelly.

How long is Thousand Pieces of Gold?

Thousand Pieces of Gold has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1991. It is rated PG-13.

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