A Foley Artist
Originally released in 2017. A Foley Artist is a documentary film. directed by Wan-Jo Wang.
Starring Hu Ding-Yi and Java Sparrow Youth-Leigh
Synopsis
This documentary turns the spotlight on an overlooked component of filmmaking: the art of foley through the perspective of Taiwan’s most experienced master, Hu Ding-yi. Hu has worked tirelessly for decades in his studio, manually recreating diegetic sounds (sounds whose source are visible on screen) using his large collection of everyday objects. Through the artisan’s eyes, Wang Wan-jo’s timely documentary looks back at the golden age of Taiwanese cinema and examines the new dynamics of the Greater China film industry. Hu received the Lifetime Achievement prize at the 2017 Golden Horse Awards.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 14, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Taiwan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Foley Artist about?
This documentary turns the spotlight on an overlooked component of filmmaking: the art of foley through the perspective of Taiwan’s most experienced master, Hu Ding-yi. Hu has worked tirelessly f...
Who directed A Foley Artist?
A Foley Artist was directed by Wan-Jo Wang.
How long is A Foley Artist?
A Foley Artist has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was A Foley Artist released?
A Foley Artist was released on April 14, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Foley Artist?
The main cast of A Foley Artist includes Hu Ding-Yi, Java Sparrow Youth-Leigh.