A Brighter Summer Day movie poster

A Brighter Summer Day

July 27, 1991 3h 57m 8.3/10 (367 votes)

Originally released in 1991. A Brighter Summer Day is a crime/drama film. directed by Edward Yang. With a runtime of 3h 57m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Chang Chen, Lisa Yang, and Chang Kuo-Chu

Synopsis

A boy experiences first love, friendships and injustices growing up in 1960s Taiwan.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 27, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 3h 57m 237 minutes total
User Rating 8.3/10 Excellent (367 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country Taiwan Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • Yang & His Gang Filmmakers
  • Brighter Summer Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Brighter Summer Day about?

A boy experiences first love, friendships and injustices growing up in 1960s Taiwan.

Who directed A Brighter Summer Day?

A Brighter Summer Day was directed by Edward Yang.

How long is A Brighter Summer Day?

A Brighter Summer Day has a runtime of 3 hours and 57 minutes (237 minutes total).

When was A Brighter Summer Day released?

A Brighter Summer Day was released on July 27, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Brighter Summer Day?

The main cast of A Brighter Summer Day includes Chang Chen, Lisa Yang, Chang Kuo-Chu, Elaine Jin Yan-Ling, Chuan Wang.

Is A Brighter Summer Day worth watching?

A Brighter Summer Day has a user rating of 8.3/10 based on 367 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.