The English titles claims this to be a sequel to notorious Sex And Zen. The Chinese title claims it a sequel to the brilliant late-80s period porn Yu Pui Tsuen. But see Tsui Hark's highly regarded but rather dull "The Lovers" for the actual inspiration of the story.

S&Z II is not as good as S&Z, and even further behind YPT. But it is gorgeously photographed, contains lush and generous nude shots of some of HK's loveiest gals, and features Tsui Kam Kong in a hilariously over-the-top performance.

Pretty good mindless fun.