The Soong Sisters

The Soong family was a political dynasty in China that reached the highest levels of power. This film follows the lives of the three Soong daughters, who were educated in America and returned to China. Ai-ling married a wealthy and powerful businessman. Ching-ling married Sun Yat-sen, the revolutionary founder of modern China. Mei-ling married Chiang Kai-shek, China's leader during World War II. The sisters captured the world's fascination for their brilliant marriages and their strong influence on their nation.

Cast

Maggie Cheung

as Soong Ching Ling / Madam Sun

Michelle Yeoh

as Soong Ai Ling / Madam Kung

Vivian Wu

as Soong Mei Ling / Madam Chiang

Winston Chao

as Sun Yat Sen

Niu Zhen-Hua

as H.H. Kung

Elaine Jin Yan-Ling

as Madam Soong

Jiang Wen

as Charlie Soong

Wu Hsing-Guo

as Chiang Kai Shek

Liu Jin

as Zhang Xue Liang

Agnes Chan Mei-Ling

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