The Calligraphy Master
启功
Synopsis
A compelling biopic about Qi Gong, China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter. This biopic follows the middle and later years of the life of Qi Gong (1912-2005), China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter, whose dedication to teaching his art influenced many generations of artists. A lifelong yet unconcerned victim of forgery (‘they do it better than me’), Qi Gong suffered for his calling, particularly during the Cultural Revolution. Yet throughout his life he showed a tolerance and generosity of spirit that made him a beloved teacher and an icon for traditional Chinese Culture.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ding Yinnan
- Original Title
- 启功
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Beijing Bodei Golden Film Media Co. Ltd, 珠江电影制片厂, Youth Film Studio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ding Yinnan
Department Leadership Roster
Ding Yinnan
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What is The Calligraphy Master about?
A compelling biopic about Qi Gong, China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter. This biopic follows the middle and later years of the life of Qi Gong (1912-2005), China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter, whose dedication to teaching his art influenced many generations of artists. A lifelong yet unconcerned victim of forgery (‘they do it better than me’), Qi Gong suffered for his calling, particularly during the Cultural Revolution. Yet throughout his life he showed a tolerance and generosity of spirit that made him a beloved teacher and an icon for traditional Chinese Culture.
Who directed The Calligraphy Master?
The Calligraphy Master was directed by Ding Yinnan.
Who stars in The Calligraphy Master?
The principal cast of The Calligraphy Master includes Enran Ma, Zhang Ge, Sun Jifeng.
When was The Calligraphy Master released and how long is it?
The Calligraphy Master was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.