Forbidden Nights is a 1990 American made-for-television drama film directed by Waris Hussein and based on the article The Rocky Course of Love in China written by Judith Shapiro. The film was shot in Hong Kong and stars Melissa Gilbert, Robin Shou and Victor K. Wong.[1] The film also marked the American debut of Shou, who wouldn't act in another American film until Mortal Kombat in 1995.

Forbidden Nights
Promotional material from the TV Guide
Based onThe Rocky Course of Love in China by Judith Shapiro
Written byTristine Rainer
Story byTristine Rainer
David Hwang
Directed byWaris Hussein
StarringMelissa Gilbert
Robin Shou
Victor K. Wong
Theme music composerLucia Hwong
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producerTristine Rainer
ProducerCharles Jennings
Production locationsKowloon, Hong Kong
CinematographyBrian West
EditorsParkie Singh
Diane Adler
Running time96 minutes
Production companiesTristine Rainer Productions
Warner Bros. Television
Original release
NetworkCBS
ReleaseApril 10, 1990 (1990-04-10)

Plot

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Set in Red China in 1979, the film focuses on Judith Shapiro, an American teacher who falls in love with Liang Heng, a Chinese radical, trying to bring political reform to his homeland. She puts all her wishes and dreams away to fit into his ideals, but soon, trouble starts to come.

Cast

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References

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  1. ^ Review Summary The New York Times
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