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6.9 / 10(7 votes)IMDbPG-1320091h 13m

Piercing I

刺痛我

Synopsis

Due to the financial crisis, many factories in China are forced to close their doors in late 2008. Zhang Xiaojun loses his job in a shoe factory. One day, a supermarket guard beats him up, thinking Zhang is a thief. In vain, he asks the supermarket manager for financial redress. Zhang’s dearest wish is to return to his village and become a farmer. But right before his departure, the police arrest him. The supermarket manager also has his problems. On a moonlit night, the storylines converge in a teahouse near the city rampart.

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« Piercing I » (刺痛我, 2010) de Liu Jian

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-12-22

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

(Annecy International Animation Film Festival)

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

November 4, 2009

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Liu Jian
Screenplay & Story
Liu Jian
Original Title
刺痛我
Spoken Languages
Mandarin
Runtime
1h 13m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Liu Jian

Screenplay & Story

Liu Jian

Film Editing

Liu Jian

Producers

Liu Jian

Department Leadership Roster

Liu Jian

Liu Jian

Director

Liu Jian

Liu Jian

Editor

Liu Jian

Liu Jian

Writer

Liu Jian

Liu Jian

Producer

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Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Piercing I

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What is Piercing I about?

Due to the financial crisis, many factories in China are forced to close their doors in late 2008. Zhang Xiaojun loses his job in a shoe factory. One day, a supermarket guard beats him up, thinking Zhang is a thief. In vain, he asks the supermarket manager for financial redress. Zhang’s dearest wish is to return to his village and become a farmer. But right before his departure, the police arrest him. The supermarket manager also has his problems. On a moonlit night, the storylines converge in a teahouse near the city rampart.

Who directed Piercing I?

Piercing I was directed by Liu Jian.

Who stars in Piercing I?

The principal cast of Piercing I includes Liu Jian, Zuoxiao Zuzhou, Yang Siming, Sun Jianchun, Shao Min.

When was Piercing I released and how long is it?

Piercing I was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Piercing I?

Piercing I holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).