Zhuangzi Tests His Wife
莊子試妻
Synopsis
Philosopher-eccentric Chuang Tsi comes across a woman fanning the newly built grave of her dead husband because she desires to marry again. On returning home, Chuang Tsi decides to put his wife to the test - he fakes his own death; the wife is grief-stricken and goes into mourning. While funeral arrangement are in progress, a handsome young man come to call on Chuang Tsi. Later, there is talk of marriage between Chuang Tsi wife and the man. However, the young man falls ill; his servant says that taking the human brain is the only medicine to cure him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
01/01/1913
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Beihai Li
- Screenplay & Story
- Li Minwei
- Original Title
- 莊子試妻
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Release Date
- 01/01/1913
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Huamei
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Beihai Li
Li Minwei
Law Wing-Cheung
Li Minwei
Department Leadership Roster
Beihai Li
Director
Li Minwei
Producer
Li Minwei
Writer
Law Wing-Cheung
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What is Zhuangzi Tests His Wife about?
Philosopher-eccentric Chuang Tsi comes across a woman fanning the newly built grave of her dead husband because she desires to marry again. On returning home, Chuang Tsi decides to put his wife to the test - he fakes his own death; the wife is grief-stricken and goes into mourning. While funeral arrangement are in progress, a handsome young man come to call on Chuang Tsi. Later, there is talk of marriage between Chuang Tsi wife and the man. However, the young man falls ill; his servant says that taking the human brain is the only medicine to cure him.
Who directed Zhuangzi Tests His Wife?
Zhuangzi Tests His Wife was directed by Beihai Li.
Who stars in Zhuangzi Tests His Wife?
The principal cast of Zhuangzi Tests His Wife includes Beihai Li, Li Minwei, Shanshan Yan.
When was Zhuangzi Tests His Wife released and how long is it?
Zhuangzi Tests His Wife was released in 1913 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.