Evening Bell
晚钟
Synopsis
Taking place in the immediate aftermath of the Second Sino-Japanese War, Evening Bell follows a small platoon of five Chinese soldiers who must negotiate a devastated landscape, burying bodies, disarming mines, and eventually facing off against a starving band of Japanese soldiers who do not yet know that the war has ended.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 27, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wu Ziniu
- Screenplay & Story
- Wu Ziniu
- Original Title
- 晚钟
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- 八一电影制片厂, Beijing Film Studio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wu Ziniu
Wu Ziniu
Hou Yong
Department Leadership Roster
Wu Ziniu
Director
Wu Ziniu
Screenplay
Hou Yong
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Evening Bell.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Evening Bell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Evening Bell about?
Taking place in the immediate aftermath of the Second Sino-Japanese War, Evening Bell follows a small platoon of five Chinese soldiers who must negotiate a devastated landscape, burying bodies, disarming mines, and eventually facing off against a starving band of Japanese soldiers who do not yet know that the war has ended.
Who directed Evening Bell?
Evening Bell was directed by Wu Ziniu.
Who stars in Evening Bell?
The principal cast of Evening Bell includes Tao Zeru, Sun Min, Ge Yaming, Cong Peixin, Liu Ruolei.
When was Evening Bell released and how long is it?
Evening Bell was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.