Orchids and My Love(1966)
Young Meng Rou-lan loves ballet, but cannot perform as she has polio. She is raised by her father on an orchid farm. His unconditional love sees Meng through her recovery. As she matures to adulthood, Meng learns to treasure her independence.
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Young Meng Rou-lan loves ballet, but cannot perform as she has polio. She is raised by her father on an orchid farm. His unconditional love sees Meng through her recovery. As she matures to adulthood, Meng learns to treasure her independence.
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1966-03-26
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