The Star and the Sea
少年星海
Synopsis
The film is a moving portrayal of renowned Chinese composer Xian Xinghai's impoverished childhood in a lowly "Danjia" fishing village in Macau at the turn of the century, and his mother's struggles to bring him up with love despite the hardship. It is also a heartening tale of young Xinghai's fight for success, from the awakening of his musical talent at the bottom of Macau society, to the blossoming of his musical flair in Singapore.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Hawaii Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Xiao Guiyun
- Original Title
- 少年星海
- Country of Origin
- China, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Salon Films, Shanghai Film Group, Shanghai Film Studio, China Movie Channel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Xiao Guiyun
Department Leadership Roster
Xiao Guiyun
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Star and the Sea.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Star and the Sea
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Star and the Sea about?
The film is a moving portrayal of renowned Chinese composer Xian Xinghai's impoverished childhood in a lowly "Danjia" fishing village in Macau at the turn of the century, and his mother's struggles to bring him up with love despite the hardship. It is also a heartening tale of young Xinghai's fight for success, from the awakening of his musical talent at the bottom of Macau society, to the blossoming of his musical flair in Singapore.
Who directed The Star and the Sea?
The Star and the Sea was directed by Xiao Guiyun.
Who stars in The Star and the Sea?
The principal cast of The Star and the Sea includes Vivian Hsu, Richard Ng Man-Tat, Chen Kun, Alec Su You-peng, Jiahang Su.
When was The Star and the Sea released and how long is it?
The Star and the Sea was released in 2009 with a total runtime of Unknown.