The First Error Step(1980)
錯誤的第一步
The First Error Step Synopsis
Growing up without parents, Ma Sha has always worked as a lookout in a red-light district. When he is imprisoned for manslaughter following a customer's death, he breaks out of jail but is soon caught again and sent to a correctional institution on Orchid Island. Guided by his former elementary classmate, who is now a penal officer, Ma finally repents his wild past, writing down his stories and eventually publishing them.
The First Error Step (1980) is a crime and drama film directed by Tsai Yang-Ming, released on October 1, 1980 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Ma Sha, Liang Hsiu-shen, Loretta Yang Hui-shan and Wang Mo-chou. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Tsai Yang-Ming
- Writers:
- Kevin Chu, Ma Sha, Yu Wen
- Producers:
- Chou Chang-Lin, Hung Yung Ma
- Cinematographer:
- Chin Chang-Tung
- Production:
- Hung Yang Film Company, Wa Lin Film Production Company
- Status:
- Released
The First Error Step Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ma Sha
as Ma Sha
Liang Hsiu-shen
- Loretta Yang Hui-shan
Loretta Yang Hui-shan
as Su Chu
Wang Mo-chou
- Hsiao-fei Li
Hsiao-fei Li
Li Min-Lang
as Black Dog
- Wang Chi
Wang Chi
- Yang Hsiu Chuan
Yang Hsiu Chuan
Key crew
Directed by Tsai Yang-Ming, written by Kevin Chu, Ma Sha and Yu Wen, produced by Chou Chang-Lin and Hung Yung Ma.
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The First Error Step Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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The First Error Step – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The First Error Step?
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The main cast of The First Error Step (1980) includes Ma Sha, Liang Hsiu-shen, Loretta Yang Hui-shan, Wang Mo-chou and Hsiao-fei Li. The film was directed by Tsai Yang-Ming. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The First Error Step released?
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The First Error Step was released on October 1, 1980 and runs for 1h 36m.
Is The First Error Step worth watching?
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The First Error Step (1980) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.