The Story of Qiu Ju
秋菊打官司
Synopsis
When her husband is kicked in the groin by the village head, Qiu Ju, a peasant woman, despite her pregnancy, travels to a nearby town, and later a big city to deal with its bureaucrats and find justice.
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The Story of Qiu Ju trailer.mp4
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-02-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Beijing International Film Festival（4K RESTORATION）
Festival / Special Debut
April 16, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 20, 2000
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.9M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zhang Yimou
- Screenplay & Story
- Liu Heng, Yuan Bin Chen
- Original Title
- 秋菊打官司
- Country of Origin
- China, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.9M
- Production Studios
- 北京电影学院青年电影制片厂, Sil-Metropole Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zhang Yimou
Liu Heng, Yuan Bin Chen
Hongyi Lu, Chi Xiao Ning, Yu Xiao Qun
Du Yuan
Ma Fung Kwok
Department Leadership Roster
Zhang Yimou
Director
Liu Heng
Writer
Hongyi Lu
Director of Photography
Chi Xiao Ning
Director of Photography
Yu Xiao Qun
Director of Photography
Du Yuan
Editor
Tong Huamiao
Costume Design
Ma Fung Kwok
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Story of Qiu Ju
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What is The Story of Qiu Ju about?
When her husband is kicked in the groin by the village head, Qiu Ju, a peasant woman, despite her pregnancy, travels to a nearby town, and later a big city to deal with its bureaucrats and find justice.
Who directed The Story of Qiu Ju?
The Story of Qiu Ju was directed by Zhang Yimou.
Who stars in The Story of Qiu Ju?
The principal cast of The Story of Qiu Ju includes Gong Li, Liu Peiqi, Liuchun Yang, Lei Kesheng, Ge Zhijun.
When was The Story of Qiu Ju released and how long is it?
The Story of Qiu Ju was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did The Story of Qiu Ju make at the box office?
The Story of Qiu Ju grossed $1.9M in worldwide ticket sales.
Is The Story of Qiu Ju based on a book or true story?
The Story of Qiu Ju is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Yuan Bin Chen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Story of Qiu Ju?
The Story of Qiu Ju holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).