The Mermaid (1965)

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In the captivating fantasy romance film The Mermaid, Zhang Zhen seeks to fulfill a betrothal to Peony, the daughter of Prime Minister Master Chin. However, his poverty leads Master Chin to reject him, demanding he become a top scholar first. Confined to the Green Waves Study, Zhang Zhen is forgotten by the spoiled Peony but finds comfort in a compassionate carp spirit. Touched by his kindness, the spirit transforms into Peony, and they fall deeply in love. Confusion arises when Zhang Zhen mistakes the real Peony for his lover, causing Master Chin to banish him. As the carp spirit follows Zhang Zhen, revealing her pregnancy, they are confronted by her double, throwing the household into chaos. Even Judge Pao cannot resolve the mystery. When Master Chin summons an exorcist and Celestial Generals to destroy the spirit, her true identity is revealed. Bound by true love, Zhang Zhen vows to stay with her. Ultimately, the Goddess of Mercy intervenes, leaving the carp spirit with a life-changing choice between immortality and becoming human.

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 1965

Genre:Fantasy; Musical