Directed by Chin Man-kei—a veteran filmmaker well-versed in Hong Kong’s Category III (adults-only) cinema market—the 2008 film was produced during a transitional era for the genre. Unlike the grainy, low-budget erotic thrillers of the 1990s, The Forbidden Legend benefited from higher production values, vibrant period costuming, and polished cinematography. Cinematic Style
After losing his virginity to a houseguest named Violetta, Simon embarks on a quest to conquer more women. The Forbidden Legend- Sex And Chopsticks -2008
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The film's unusual English title comes from a scene where (Hikaru Wakana), a beautiful nun Simon meets on his travels, curiously pokes at his manhood with a pair of chopsticks before he eventually deflowers and marries her. Simon’s journey of debauchery continues as he becomes obsessed with the "small-footed" Lotus (Serina Hayakawa), leading to a conspiracy to remove her husband, the dwarf Wu Da-lang. Core Cast Simon’s journey of debauchery continues as he becomes