SummaryFocusing on a Chinese theatrical troupe in 1979, this film follows a group of performing artists who change with the cultural and political changes in their country.
Directed By:Zhangke Jia
Written By:Zhangke Jia
Zhantai
Metascore
Generally Favorable
76
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Generally Favorable
6.8
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
86% Positive
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One of the richest films of the past decade.
80
Expansive and undeniably brilliant.
80
Thoughtful, melancholy drama.
75
Awesome filmmaking. But it doesn't make for easy film-watching.
75
The movie makes up in sweep and splendor what it lacks in psychological depth and dramatic impact.
70
An intellectually engaging movie. But Mr. Jia's careful objectivity and regard for material detail are not matched by narrative rigor.
50
After lulling us into a neartorpor, Jia sneaks in one of the most gut-punching endings in recent memory.
User score
Generally Favorable
67% Positive
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Production Company:
- Artcam International
- Bandai Entertainment Inc.
- Hu Tong Communications
- Office Kitano
- T-Mark
Release Date:Mar 14, 2003
Duration:2 h 34 m
Awards
Fribourg International Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 3 Nominations
Nantes Three Continents Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Venice Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
