The River movie poster

The River

August 7, 1997 1h 56m 6.7/10 (74 votes)

Originally released in 1997. The River is a drama/romance film. directed by Tsai Ming-liang.

Starring Lee Kang-Sheng, Miao Tian, and Lu Yi-ching

Synopsis

A young man develops severe neck pain after swimming in a polluted river for a movie shoot, but nobody can provide him any relief.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 7, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 56m 116 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (74 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country Taiwan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • Central Motion Picture Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The River about?

A young man develops severe neck pain after swimming in a polluted river for a movie shoot, but nobody can provide him any relief.

Who directed The River?

The River was directed by Tsai Ming-liang.

How long is The River?

The River has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).

When was The River released?

The River was released on August 7, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The River?

The main cast of The River includes Lee Kang-Sheng, Miao Tian, Lu Yi-ching, Chen Shiang-Chyi, Ann Hui.