Tales of a Eunuch (1983) is a Chinese drama film directed by Xie Jin. It is based on the novel of the same name by Li Bihua. The film follows the story of a eunuch, Wang Zhaojun, who is sent to the court of the Xiongnu chieftain, Chanyu Huhanye.
The film contains several sexual moments that are both subtle and explicit. In one scene, Wang Zhaojun is seen bathing in a pool of water, her body exposed to the viewer. This scene is meant to be suggestive of her innocence and vulnerability. In another scene, Wang Zhaojun is seen in a passionate embrace with Chanyu Huhanye. This scene is meant to be suggestive of their mutual attraction and desire for each other.
The film also contains several scenes of nudity. In one scene, Wang Zhaojun is seen undressing in front of Chanyu Huhanye. This scene is meant to be suggestive of her willingness to give herself to him. In another scene, Wang Zhaojun is seen in a passionate embrace with Chanyu Huhanye. This scene is meant to be suggestive of their mutual attraction and desire for each other.
The sexual moments in Tales of a Eunuch (1983) are meant to be suggestive and not explicit. They are used to convey the emotions and feelings of the characters and to add depth to the story. The sexual moments in the film are used to emphasize the themes of love, desire, and innocence.
Man drinks aphrodisiac and chases a woman who screams that he is trying to rape her. He sleeps with a different woman (consensual and off screen) and she emerges tired and happy with ripped clothes.
Twice, a Woman gets her mouth stuck on a man's penis (blankets obscure his torso and her face below the nose)
Man slaps a woman on the butt repeatedly (as punishment) and she moans in pleasure and asks him not to stop
Naked man runs down street. Frontal nudity covered by a cloth he's holding but buttocks exposed.
Characters work at a brothel, but no nudity or skimpy clothes. Workers are sometimes refered to as whores.