Why did Douzi's mother dress him like a...
When we first see young Douzi without the head cover, his hair is trimmed like a girl's, adorned with ribbons. Why would the mother do this to him?
shareWhen we first see young Douzi without the head cover, his hair is trimmed like a girl's, adorned with ribbons. Why would the mother do this to him?
shareAs shown in the film, male performers played both the male and female leads in traditional opera. Douzi's mother dolled him up with hopes that his soft features and potential as a female lead would catch the eye of the teacher and gain Douzi acceptance into the opera school.
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As Chinese,I think I can answer that question.Douzi had to live in the brothel with his mother and it would be safe if those men thought he was just a little girl.But as he grown up,his sexuality would be gradually distinct and may bring some trouble for both of them.Therefore Douzi's mother had to send him away.
shareAnd the reason why Douzi's mother dressed him like a girl was for safety,not for pleasing the trainer.
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