Useless Man
Originally released in 2012. Useless Man is a feature film. directed by Zheng Dasheng.
Starring Xincheng Guan and Li Hongchen
Synopsis
ZHENG Dasheng's "Tianjin Xianren" (A Useless Man) portrays the characteristic figure of an idler roaming the streets of Tianjin shortly before the Sino-Japanese War. Director Zheng skillfully interweaves the traditional storytelling performance with a humorous, and somewhat absurd narrative which blurs the distinction between life and performance, illusion and reality. Deeply rooted in local Tianjin culture, the films authentic depiction of the atmosphere of the city is filled with wisdom and energy. Insightful and highly entertaining, the film is a brilliant technical tour-de-force.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 5, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Useless Man about?
ZHENG Dasheng's "Tianjin Xianren" (A Useless Man) portrays the characteristic figure of an idler roaming the streets of Tianjin shortly before the Sino-Japanese War. Director Zheng skillfully inter...
Who directed Useless Man?
Useless Man was directed by Zheng Dasheng.
How long is Useless Man?
Useless Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Useless Man released?
Useless Man was released on August 5, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Useless Man?
The main cast of Useless Man includes Xincheng Guan, Li Hongchen.