The Time to Live and the Time to Die(1985)
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die Synopsis
An autobiographical film based on Taiwanese director Hou Hsiao-hsien's memories of his youth growing up in Taiwan after emigrating from mainland China.
The Time to Live and the Time to Die (1985) is a drama film directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, released on August 3, 1985 with a runtime of 2h 16m. It stars Yu An-shun, Tien Feng, Mei Fang and Tang Ru-Yun. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 112 ratings.
- Director:
- Hou Hsiao-hsien
- Writers:
- Chu Tien-Wen, Hou Hsiao-hsien
- Producers:
- Hui San-Chi
- Cinematographer:
- Mark Lee Ping-Bing
- Composer:
- Chang Hung-Yi
- Production:
- Central Motion Picture Corporation
- Status:
- Released
The Time to Live and the Time to Die (1985) Trailer
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die Cast & Crew
Main cast
Yu An-shun
as Ah Ha / Ah Hsiao
Tien Feng
as Hou Fen Ming
Mei Fang
as Ming's Wife
Tang Ru-Yun
as Ming's Mother
Hsin Shu-Fen
as Wu Shumei
Hsiao Ai
as Hsiao's Sister
- Ng Siu-Ying
Ng Siu-Ying
Grace Chen Shu-Fang
- Hu Hsiang-Ping
Hu Hsiang-Ping
- Lam Shung-Man
Lam Shung-Man
- Chan Hon-Man
Chan Hon-Man
- Kao Chung-Li
Kao Chung-Li
Key crew
Directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, written by Chu Tien-Wen and Hou Hsiao-hsien, produced by Hui San-Chi.
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 112 ratings.
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Time to Live and the Time to Die online?
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die (1985) is currently available to rent or buy from LaCinetek. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Time to Live and the Time to Die?
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The main cast of The Time to Live and the Time to Die (1985) includes Yu An-shun, Tien Feng, Mei Fang, Tang Ru-Yun and Hsin Shu-Fen. The film was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Time to Live and the Time to Die released?
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die was released on August 3, 1985 and runs for 2h 16m.
Is The Time to Live and the Time to Die worth watching?
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The Time to Live and the Time to Die (1985) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 112 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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