The Back
Originally released in 2010. The Back is a drama film. directed by Liu Bingjian. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hu Bing and Jia Yuanyuan
Synopsis
China. Mid 90's. HONG Tao, thirty years old, moved from the countryside to Beijing where he works in a fancy restaurant. He lives with a strange secret since the cultural revolution. Back then, his father was a famous Mao's portrait painter and he was obsessed by the leader's representation. He started tattooing Mao's portraits on human skins. HONG Tao, oppressed by this heavy inheritance, wants to hide it from the world. But a new wave of unscrupulous antique collectors will do anything to get their hands on them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Apsaras Film
- CS Production
- East Entertainment Ltd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Back about?
China. Mid 90's. HONG Tao, thirty years old, moved from the countryside to Beijing where he works in a fancy restaurant. He lives with a strange secret since the cultural revolution. Back then, his...
Who directed The Back?
The Back was directed by Liu Bingjian.
How long is The Back?
The Back has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Back released?
The Back was released on November 1, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Back?
The main cast of The Back includes Hu Bing, Jia Yuanyuan.