A Beiping Tale: The Opera Troupe's Leading Lady and Her Devoted Love

Shen Yuluo, the leading performer of the Yanchun troupe in Beijing, becomes famous throughout the capital for her rendition of Farewell My Concubine. There, she meets Lu Jingming, a progressive young man. Lu approaches Yuluo to spread anti-Japanese ideas, but is moved by her resilience. When the Japanese army tries to force Yuluo to perform for them, Lu risks his life to save her. Amid the chaos of war, the two remain steadfast in their love and devotion to their country.