Special Award For Best Performance: Ivy Ling Po
A tune that lingers at every audience's heart, a love that touches lovebirds worldwide. "The Love Eterne", the greatest Chinese romantic epic ever told, is a tragedy of two star-crossed lovers breaking free from traditional morality. The priceless theme of free love is enhanced in every viewing.
"Asian Best Actress" Ivy Ling Po crossed gender to become the gentle and fan-adoring Liang, with "Classic Beauty" Betty Loh Ti as the unforgettable lover Chu. Combined with the craftsmanship of auteur Li Han-Hsiang, the classic film was the proud winner of six kudos at the 2nd Golden Horse Awards, including Best Drama.
"The Love Eterne" is also the most memorable Huangmei Opera classic in Chinese history. The composition "The Butterfly Lovers" helps elevating the Chinese opera into the limelight, and the tunes of "Eighteen Farewells" and "Meeting In The Chamber" are popular among households. Now, this Huangmei Opera classic is digitally restored to its original premium quality by Celestial Pictures. Audiences across the world can once again indulge in the timeless score and stellar performances by Ivy Ling Po and Betty Loh Ti!