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Chen Kaige (Chinese: 陈凯歌; born 12 August 1952) is a Chinese filmmaker and a leading figure of the fifth generation of Chinese cinema. His films are known for their visual flair and epic storytelling.
Chen Kaige, Chinese film director noted for his realistic, sensitive, compassionate, and unflinching view of the lives and hopes of Chinese people. He was best known for the award-winning Farewell My Concubine (1993). Learn more about Chen’s life and work, including his other notable films.
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Jun 7, 2013 · Acclaimed Chinese film director Chen Kaige is in Toronto this weekend to discuss the state of Chinese cinema as well as his classic films, Farewell My Concubine and Yellow Earth.
May 29, 2020 · Learn about Chen Kaige, one of the leading filmmakers of the Fifth Generation, a movement that revolutionized Chinese cinema after the Cultural Revolution. Discover his works, such as Farewell My Concubine and Yellow Earth, and how they reflect his personal and political vision.
Jun 11, 2013 · It’s fitting that Chen Kaige kicked off TIFF’s Century of Chinese Cinema program last week in Toronto where he introduced screenings of his films and spoke about his career in two public talks.
Chen Kaige is a Chinese filmmaker from the Fifth Generation, known for his visual and political style. Explore his movies, ratings, reviews, and awards on Rotten Tomatoes.
Tomatometer®Audience ScoreTitleCreditNo Score YetFresh audience score. 60%Executive Producer, Producer36%Fresh audience score. 100%Director, Executive ProducerNo Score YetFresh audience score. 70%DirectorNo Score YetNo Score YetDirectorSep 14, 2021 · China Institute welcomes Chen Kaige, one of China’s greatest directors, in conversation with filmmaker Janet Yang and film expert Richard Pena, to discuss Yellow Earth, which revolutionized...
