Released:
2015-09-10

Overview:
A compelling biopic about Qi Gong, China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter. This biopic follows the middle and later years of the life of Qi Gong (1912-2005), China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter, whose dedication to teaching his art influenced many generations of artists. A lifelong yet unconcerned victim of forgery (‘they do it better than me’), Qi Gong suffered for his calling, particularly during the Cultural Revolution. Yet throughout his life he showed a tolerance and generosity of spirit that made him a beloved teacher and an icon for traditional Chinese Culture.

Director:
Ding Yinnan

Runtime:
1h 40min

Genre:
Drama

• Cast:
• 
  Enran Ma
  as
  Jigong (old)
• 
  Zhang Ge
  as
  Sergeant
• 
  Sun Jifeng
  as
  章先生