Bibliograph

Mao's last dancer, 20th Century Fox ; screenplay by Jan Sardi ; produced by Jane Scott ; directed by Bruce Beresford

Type

Label

Mao's last dancer, 20th Century Fox ; screenplay by Jan Sardi ; produced by Jane Scott ; directed by Bruce Beresford

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Intended audience

Rating: PG; for a brief violent image, some sensuality, language and incidental smoking

Main title

Mao's last dancer

Oclc number

741177063

Responsibility statement

20th Century Fox ; screenplay by Jan Sardi ; produced by Jane Scott ; directed by Bruce Beresford

Runtime

117

Summary

Based on an inspiring true story, this emotionally powerful crowd-pleaser emerged as one of the year's most talked-about independent films. It's the fascinating and epic tale of Li Cunxin, a peasant boy from rural China who beats impossible odds to become a world-renowned ballet dancer. Through breathtaking talent and sheer determination, Li makes his way to the United States; but when he falls in love with an American woman, he must risk everything to remain in the land of the free

Technique

live action

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