The Chanting Willows
Released 4 years ago in 2022. The Chanting Willows is a drama film. directed by Dai Wei.
Starring Wang Yang, Kan Xin, and Zheng Yunlong
Synopsis
Based on the novel, “Love by the West Lake” by Wang Xufeng, “The Chanting Willows” is set against the backdrop of the Orioles in the Willows Garden, by Hangzhou’s West Lake, and tells of the emotional entanglement between a fan painter and two female Yue opera performers, Chuitiao and Yinxin. The two girls have performed together since they were children and are like sisters. Chuitiao is true to her nature and lives for the opera, whereas Yinxin appears naive, but knows how to work her way up by currying favour with the right people.
The two are inseparable until the fan painter, Gong Yushan arrives on the scene. As the popularity of Yue Opera wanes, Chui Tiao and Yinxin’s relationship also deteriorates. It is only towards the end, when they are about to part, that they realise that the person they need the most is each other.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 5, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Chanting Willows about?
Based on the novel, “Love by the West Lake” by Wang Xufeng, “The Chanting Willows” is set against the backdrop of the Orioles in the Willows Garden, by Hangzhou’s West Lake, and tells of ...
Who directed The Chanting Willows?
The Chanting Willows was directed by Dai Wei.
How long is The Chanting Willows?
The Chanting Willows has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Chanting Willows released?
The Chanting Willows was released on March 5, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Chanting Willows?
The main cast of The Chanting Willows includes Wang Yang, Kan Xin, Zheng Yunlong, Ngawang Rinchen.