The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul
他們在島嶼寫作：削瘦的靈魂
Synopsis
A Lean Soul examines the life and works of Taiwanese novelist Qi Deng Sheng. The filmmakers were able to have in-depth interviews with not only the writer's closest friends and relatives but also the notoriously camera-shy protagonist himself. The film vividly dramatizes many passages from his intensely autobiographical works of fiction. The result is an intimate and candid portrait of one of the most important and controversial Taiwanese writers.
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2020 金馬影展 TGHFF | 削瘦的靈魂 A Lean Soul
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-16
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- Director
- Chu Hsien-jer
- Original Title
- 他們在島嶼寫作：削瘦的靈魂
- Country of Origin
- Taiwan
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Fisfisa Media Co.
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Chu Hsien-jer
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Chu Hsien-jer
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What is The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul about?
A Lean Soul examines the life and works of Taiwanese novelist Qi Deng Sheng. The filmmakers were able to have in-depth interviews with not only the writer's closest friends and relatives but also the notoriously camera-shy protagonist himself. The film vividly dramatizes many passages from his intensely autobiographical works of fiction. The result is an intimate and candid portrait of one of the most important and controversial Taiwanese writers.
Who directed The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul?
The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul was directed by Chu Hsien-jer.
Who stars in The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul?
The principal cast of The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul includes Qi Deng-Sheng.
When was The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul released and how long is it?
The Inspired Island: A Lean Soul was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.