Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

6.1

2011

1h 44m

DramaHistory

Overview

A story set in 19th century China and centered on the lifelong friendship between two girls who develop their own secret code as a way to contend with the rigid cultural norms imposed on women.

Trailer

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Cast

Lily / Nina

Li Bingbing

Lily / Nina

Snow Flower / Sophia

Gianna Jun

Snow Flower / Sophia

Arthur

Hugh Jackman

Arthur

Sophia's Aunt

Vivian Wu

Sophia's Aunt

Butcher

Jiang Wu

Butcher

China Everbright Bank CEO

Russell Wong

China Everbright Bank CEO

Anna

Coco Chiang Yi

Anna

Mr. Liao

Fang Zhoubo

Mr. Liao

Mr. Wei

Cao Shiping

Mr. Wei

Mrs Wei

Zhang Ruijia

Mrs Wei

Master Lu

Sun Feihu

Master Lu

Lady Lu

Lü Zhong

Lady Lu

Reviews

Alunauwie

Snow Flower and the Secret Fan explores two intertwined stories of deep female friendship, connected through the ancient Chinese tradition of Laotong and the secret language Nu Shu. As Nina reflects on her bond with Sophia—now in a coma—she uncovers a historical tale mirroring their own, revealing how love, sacrifice, and silence shape lifelong connections. Though the narrative flows between timelines, the film ultimately highlights how true friendship transcends generations and cultures. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)

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