Pickpocket movie poster

Pickpocket

August 1, 1997 1h 53m 7.2/10 (119 votes)

Originally released in 1997. Pickpocket is a drama film. directed by Jia Zhangke.

Starring Wang Hongwei, Hao Hongjian, and Baitao Zuo

Synopsis

A small town pickpocket whose friends have moved on to higher trades finds himself bitter and unable to adapt.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 1, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 53m 113 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (119 votes)
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Budget $50K Production budget
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China + 1 more

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH
Budget
$50,000

Production Companies

  • Radiant Advertising Company
  • Hu Tong Communications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pickpocket about?

A small town pickpocket whose friends have moved on to higher trades finds himself bitter and unable to adapt.

Who directed Pickpocket?

Pickpocket was directed by Jia Zhangke.

How long is Pickpocket?

Pickpocket has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).

When was Pickpocket released?

Pickpocket was released on August 1, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pickpocket?

The main cast of Pickpocket includes Wang Hongwei, Hao Hongjian, Baitao Zuo, Ma Jinrei, Liu Junying.

Is Pickpocket worth watching?

Pickpocket has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 119 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.