Goofs:
Anachronisms: In the Director's Cut of the film there is a scene, just before the Emperor cuts his hair, in which the consorts are dancing to a song being played on a violin. While this scene takes place some time before 1924, the song is "Ol' Man River" from the musical "Showboat" which did not have its first performance until 1927. (more)

Trivia:
The 250-acre Forbidden City, built in the early 15th century with high walls up to 50 feet thick, provided an excellent soundproof filming environment - although the Chinese crews were unused to making films with live sound recording. (more)

Filming Locations:
Beijing Studios, Beijing, China (more)

Quotes:
Pu Yi, at 15: Is it true, Mr. Johnston, that many people out there have had their heads cut off?
Reginald Fleming 'R.J.' Johnston: It is true, your majesty. Many heads have been chopped off. It does stop them thinking.
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Awards:
Won 9 Oscars. Another 39 wins & 12 nominations (more)