The Lion Roars (2002 Film)

The Lion Roars (Chinese: 河东狮吼) is a 2002 Hong Kong romantic comedy film directed by Joe Ma. The film, which features a narrative set during the Song Dynasty, explores the complexities of a marriage between a strong-willed woman and a poet.

Plot

The story follows Moth Liu, a woman searching for a husband, who becomes captivated by the poetry of Seasonal Chan. Following their marriage, Chan discovers that his wife is possessive and temperamental. Their relationship faces a significant challenge when a princess falls in love with Chan, leading the Emperor to decree that he must take the princess as a second wife.

Cast

• Cecilia Cheung as Moth Liu
• Louis Koo as Seasonal Chan
• Emotion Cheung as Wong Choy
• Fan Bingbing
• Shiu Hung Hui as Soo Dungpo
• Joe Lee
• Ho-Yin Wong
• Wyman Wong