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.
Details
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- September 10, 2015
- Original language
- Chinese
- Spoken languages
- Chinese
- Countries
- China
- Director
- Ding Yinnan
- Budget
- Not recorded
- Revenue
- Not recorded
- IMDb
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