The Calligraphy Master

The Calligraphy Master — Plot

A compelling biopic about Qi Gong, China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter. This biopic follows the middle and later years of the life of Qi Gong (1912-2005), China’s most prestigious calligrapher and ink painter, whose dedication to teaching his art influenced many generations of artists. A lifelong yet unconcerned victim of forgery (‘they do it better than me’), Qi Gong suffered for his calling, particularly during the Cultural Revolution. Yet throughout his life he showed a tolerance and generosity of spirit that made him a beloved teacher and an icon for traditional Chinese Culture.

• Release date
• September 10, 2015
• Runtime
• 100 min
• Genres
• Drama
• Director
• Ding Yinnan

The Calligraphy Master — Cast

Enran Ma Jigong (old) Zhang Ge Sergeant

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Sun Jifeng 章先生