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Scenes of City Life
Yuan Muzhi's Scenes of City Life will be presented at the Getty.
When:
April 17, 2011 2:00pm to 12:00am
Where
(1935, 92 min., digital print of 35 mm original) Directed by Yuan Muzhi. Never before shown outside China, director Yuan Muzhi's innovative fantasy uses live action, still photographs, animation, and even a peep show to depict the love triangle between a pawnshop owner's daughter and two young men in the bustling metropolis of 1930s Shanghai. China's first musical comedy, this landmark film features Chairman Mao's last wife, who went by the screen name of Lan Ping, in one of her earliest screen roles. Subtitled in English, this presentation is made possible through the assistance of the China Film Archive. Free; reservations required. Subtitled in English, this presentation is made possible through the assistance of the China Film Archive.
Cost:
Free; reservation required
Event Website URL:
Phone Number:
(310) 440-7300
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