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The King of Masks (1995)

7.419951h 42mZH
Drama

Directed by Wu Tianming

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

ZH

Release

June 9, 1995

Director

Wu Tianming

Official Trailer

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Overview

Wang Bianlian is an aging street performer known as the King of Mask for his mastery of Sichuan Change Art in a true story. His wife left him with and infant son over 30 years ago. The son died from illness at age 10. This left Wang a melancholy loner aching for a male descendent to learn his rare a...

Cast

Zhu Xu

Zhu Xu

Wang Bianlian

Zhou Ren-Ying

Zhou Ren-Ying

Doggie

Zhao Zhi-Gang

Zhao Zhi-Gang

Liang Sulan

Zhang Rui-Yang

Zhang Rui-Yang

Wen Tian Ci

Chen Li

Chen Li

Ms. Wen

Wong Siu-Kei

Wong Siu-Kei

Slave Trader

Dung Kin-Laam

Dung Kin-Laam

Ci's Wet Nurse

Pan Hong

Pan Hong

Li Xiang

Tang Gao-Qi

Tang Gao-Qi

General Liu

Gao Yuchang

Gao Yuchang

Bureau Chief Huang

Tian Zhonghe

Tian Zhonghe

Wine Shop Boss

Jia Zhaoji

Jia Zhaoji

Slave Trader

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The King of Masks (1995), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Wang Bianlian is an aging street performer known as the King of Mask for his mastery of Sichuan Change Art in a true story. His wife left him with and infant son over 30 years ago. The son died from illness at age 10. This left Wang a melancholy loner aching for a male descendent to learn his rare and dying art.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The King of Masks. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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