A Chinese Cracker: The Making of 'The Peony Pavilion' in Shanghai New York and Paris (2001)

This made-for-TV documentary details the work that went into the production of The Peony Pavilion, a Chinese opera about love and destiny from beyond the grave. Film fans are treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this condensed version of the 19-hour original, as well as to interviews with the directors and cast members, who give their insights into the efforts that were needed to bring this project to completion.