Schemes in Antiques
古董局中局
Synopsis
Despite his family’s famed expertise on ancient relics, Xu Yuan makes a simple living as the owner of an electronics shop, eager to distinguish himself from a disgraced ancestor who was executed for treason after stealing a Chinese artifact for Japan. But when a descendant offers to return the relic to China, Xu Yuan uncovers a decades-old mystery and soon embarks on a journey that could finally restore his family’s reputation—and may also cost him his life.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-12-17
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Derek Kwok Chi-Kin
- Screenplay & Story
- Pan Yiran
- Original Title
- 古董局中局
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- Emperor Motion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Derek Kwok Chi-Kin
Pan Yiran, Derek Kwok Chi-Kin, Fan Wenwen, Ma Boyong
Han Jianü
Department Leadership Roster
Derek Kwok Chi-Kin
Director
Derek Kwok Chi-Kin
Writer
Fan Wenwen
Writer
Han Jianü
Producer
Pan Yiran
Screenplay
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is Schemes in Antiques about?
Despite his family’s famed expertise on ancient relics, Xu Yuan makes a simple living as the owner of an electronics shop, eager to distinguish himself from a disgraced ancestor who was executed for treason after stealing a Chinese artifact for Japan. But when a descendant offers to return the relic to China, Xu Yuan uncovers a decades-old mystery and soon embarks on a journey that could finally restore his family’s reputation—and may also cost him his life.
Who directed Schemes in Antiques?
Schemes in Antiques was directed by Derek Kwok Chi-Kin.
Who stars in Schemes in Antiques?
The principal cast of Schemes in Antiques includes Lei Jiayin, Li Xian, Ge You, Xin Zhilei, Wang Qingxiang.
When was Schemes in Antiques released and how long is it?
Schemes in Antiques was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Is Schemes in Antiques based on a book or true story?
Schemes in Antiques is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ma Boyong".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Schemes in Antiques?
Schemes in Antiques holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).