The Beginning
出发
Synopsis
In the summer of 1917, Mao Zedong and his fellow student Xiao Zisheng, who were studying at Hunan First Normal University, embarked on a journey of poverty with only pen and ink, without a single word. Over the course of more than a month, they traveled to five places, measured the world with their footsteps, and felt the people with their hearts. In the process of opening up the "wordless book" of society, Mao Zedong gradually realized the location of the "great source" he explored day and night. This journey became an extremely important starting point in his life path.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Beijing International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- 刘智海
- Screenplay & Story
- Taoge Li
- Original Title
- 出发
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- 潇湘电影集团有限公司, 湖南当燃影业有限公司, 中国美术学院
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
刘智海
Taoge Li
Department Leadership Roster
刘智海
Director
Taoge Li
Writer
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Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Beginning about?
In the summer of 1917, Mao Zedong and his fellow student Xiao Zisheng, who were studying at Hunan First Normal University, embarked on a journey of poverty with only pen and ink, without a single word. Over the course of more than a month, they traveled to five places, measured the world with their footsteps, and felt the people with their hearts. In the process of opening up the "wordless book" of society, Mao Zedong gradually realized the location of the "great source" he explored day and night. This journey became an extremely important starting point in his life path.
Who directed The Beginning?
The Beginning was directed by 刘智海.
Who stars in The Beginning?
The principal cast of The Beginning includes Luo Zekai, 陈韦欣, Monica Mok Siu-Kei, Li Jun, Li Qiang.
When was The Beginning released and how long is it?
The Beginning was released in 2024 with a total runtime of Unknown.