Zhang-Ke Jia

Director

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Zhang-Ke Jia is a renowned Chinese film director known for his poignant portrayals of modern China. He gained international acclaim for films such as "Still Life," "A Touch of Sin," and "Ash is Purest White." Jia has received numerous awards, including the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival for "Still Life" and the Best Screenplay award at the Cannes Film Festival for "A Touch of Sin." He is celebrated for his distinctive storytelling style and social commentary in his works.

Films on Sooner

  • Mountains May Depart

    2015

    126 mins

    Drama

    The life of Tao, and those close to her, is explored in three different time periods: 1999, 2014, and 2025.