The Old Barber
Originally released in 2006. The Old Barber is a drama film. directed by Hasi Chaolu.
Starring Kui Jing and You Liping
Synopsis
“Uncle Jing” is an old man of ninety-three who has been a barber for more than 80 years. He quietly lives on his own in the old areas of Peking which he gradually sees disappearing. Despite his age, he daily rides his bicycle to go and meet his old clients he shaves and plays cards with, while recounting the latest news and common memories. Once back home, he is obsessed with the old clock he owns since his birth, which is always 5 minutes slow. His main hope is that everyone, including himself, could leave this world the way he entered: clean and pure. He knows he may die any moment and peacefully gets ready with dignity, without disturbing anyone.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 2006
19 years ago
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Old Barber about?
“Uncle Jing” is an old man of ninety-three who has been a barber for more than 80 years. He quietly lives on his own in the old areas of Peking which he gradually sees disappearing. Despite his...
Who directed The Old Barber?
The Old Barber was directed by Hasi Chaolu.
When was The Old Barber released?
The Old Barber was released on October 24, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Old Barber?
The main cast of The Old Barber includes Kui Jing, You Liping.