Film
The Inspired Island: A Life That Sings
2014 · 2h 23m · Documentary
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Overview
How have one poet and his single book of poetry from the last century continued to inspire people today? A Life That Sings follows the legendary poet Ya Hsien from Vancouver to Nanyan, to the mobile library from his childhood and to the basement of his current home. Through his collection of books and love letters, the film unearths the treasure trove abound with stories of Ya Hsien's life.
Crew
- Chen Hwai-enDirector
Media
Details
- Release date
- October 18, 2014
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- Chinese
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Genres
- Documentary
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