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Description: Set in the 1880s, 'Thousand Pieces of Gold' follows Lalu, a young Chinese woman sold into marriage by her impoverished father. Transported to the American West, she is purchased by Hong King, a Chinese merchant in an Idaho gold-mining town, who plans to exploit her. Refusing to submit to a life of prostitution, Lalu strives to buy her freedom, ultimately finding love and independence. The film offers a fresh perspective on the American Old West, highlighting themes of resilience and self-determination.

Cast:
Lalu/Polly: Rosalind Chao
Charlie Bemis: Chris Cooper
Hong King: Michael Paul Chan
Jim: Dennis Dun
Jonas: Jimmie F. Skaggs
Miles: Will Oldham
Ohio: David Hayward
Berthe: Beth Broderick
Li Ping: Kim Chan
Sailor 2: Chris Evans
Sayan: Weili Fan
Shun Lee: Evan C. Kim
Ah Ling: Freda Foh Shen