
Light of the Setting Sun
Synopsis
A Taiwanese American filmmaker questions her family’s silence around the cycles of violence that have persisted since the Chinese Communist Revolution of 1949.
Release History & Theatrical Window
EBS International Documentary Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vicky Du
- Original Title
- Light of the Setting Sun
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- ITVS, Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), Field of Vision, Chicken & Egg Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vicky Du
Daniel Chein, Jih-E Peng
Terra Jean Long
Vicky Du, Danielle Varga
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Chein
Director of Photography
Terra Jean Long
Editor
Vicky Du
Producer
Jih-E Peng
Director of Photography
Vicky Du
Director
Danielle Varga
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Light of the Setting Sun.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Light of the Setting Sun
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Light of the Setting Sun about?
A Taiwanese American filmmaker questions her family’s silence around the cycles of violence that have persisted since the Chinese Communist Revolution of 1949.
Who directed Light of the Setting Sun?
Light of the Setting Sun was directed by Vicky Du.
Who stars in Light of the Setting Sun?
The principal cast of Light of the Setting Sun includes Not specified.
When was Light of the Setting Sun released and how long is it?
Light of the Setting Sun was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
