"This is a beautiful love story set in the older days in China. Ling Choi Sin is on his way to Kwok Pak village when a rainstorm forces him to stay ot the Lan Ro Temple for a night. He meets a beautiful lady ghost, Lit Siu Seen. They fall madly in love with each other. However, Lit is controlled by Lau Lau, a true vampire, to kill strong men to keep Lau Lau alive. Lit betrays Lau Lua and frees Ling. When Lit is chased after by Lau Lau, with the help of a Taoist Monk, Yin Chek Hsia, Ling sacrifices himself to save her."
Notes:
Based on ghost stories by Pu Song-Ling and The Enchanting Shadow
Sequels/Prequels:
A Chinese Ghost Story 2 (1990)
A Chinese Ghost Story 3 (1991)
Awards:
Nominated for Hong Kong Film Best Picture
Nominated for Hong Kong Film Best Director: Shing Siu-Tung