TMBDOS! Episode 373: "Farewell My Concubine" (1993).

In this Pride month-themed episode, Lee, Daniel, Gary Hill, and the returning Lady Leah (!), talk about the tragic Chinese epic "Farewell My Concubine" (1993), directed by Kaige Chen. The hosts try their best to talk about the themes of abuse, sex, and gender (and a bit of regular politics) revolving around a half-a-century-spanning historical drama from a culture they have very little knowledge of. The conversation felt fruitful enough to share, as much of the themes present, even if presented in a context they don't fully understand, are still quite universal. The hosts also talk about what they've watched as of late (and in some cases read!?!). We invite you to come train for our version of the Peking Opera, now with 100% less abuse! "Farewell My Concubine" IMDB  Check out Lee's latest podcast appearances on Cinema Beef, The Grindbin, and Movie Melt!   Check out Gary Hill's shows on his feed The Butcher Shop.  Lee on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd.    Listen to Daniel punch Nazis on the I Don't Speak German podcast. Catch Daniel on Bluesky and support his Patreon.    Featured Music: "Punishment", "Attending a Banquet", and "A Lifetime" by Jiping Zhao.