When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang(1993)
映画が時代を写す時－侯孝賢とエドワード・ヤン
When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang Synopsis
From the 1980s to the 1990s, New Taiwanese Cinema gained international attention for adopting a completely different approach to that of the commercial films which had preceded it. This piece contrasts Hou Hsiao-hsien and Edward Yang, two rivals who were the driving force behind New Taiwanese Cinema. The closing of a cinema invites us to reflect on society and the passage of history.
When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang (1993) is a documentary film directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, released on September 1, 1993 with a runtime of 47m. It stars Hou Hsiao-hsien, Edward Yang and Akira Emoto. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Hirokazu Kore-eda
- Production:
- Fuji Television Network, TV Man Union
- Status:
- Released
When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda.
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When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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The main cast of When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang (1993) includes Hou Hsiao-hsien, Edward Yang and Akira Emoto. The film was directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang was released on September 1, 1993 and runs for 47m.
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When Cinema Reflects the Times: Hou Hsiao-Hsien and Edward Yang (1993) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.