The Reincarnation of Golden Lotus

An exceptionally beautiful Chinese woman falls prey to violence and social control. After remembering how her previous reincarnation followed a similar path, she tries to break free of the mould.

Cast

Joey Wong

as Lotus

Wilson Lam Chun-Yin

as Wu Long / Wu Xiong

Pal Sinn Lap-Man

as Simon

Eric Tsang Chi-Wai

as Wu Ta

Ku Feng

as Dance School Principal

Lisa Chiao Chiao

as Fortune Teller

Chan Lap-Ban

as Wu Ta's Great-Grandmother

Chan Si-Nga

as Young Lotus

Hoh Ho-Chuen

Chow On-Ling

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