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The Go Master (2007)
Director: Tian Zhuangzhuang
Cast: Chang Chen, Akira Emoto, Sylvia Chang, Ayumi Ito
Runtime104 min
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The life of Go master Wu Qingyuan from his meteoric rise as a child prodigy to fame and fortune as a revolutionary strategic thinker, as well as the tumultuous conflicts between his homeland of China and his adopted nation of Japan.
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The Go Master (2007) is a critically acclaimed drama directed by Tian Zhuangzhuang that explores the life and career of Chinese Go master Wu Qingyuan. The film traces his rise as a child prodigy and his success as a strategic thinker, while also depicting the turbulent conflicts between his homeland of China and his adopted nation of Japan. The film has been well-received by critics and audiences, with strong ratings on platforms like IMDb.
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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Tian Zhuangzhuang, The Go Master (2007) offers a captivating and nuanced exploration of the life of legendary Go player Wu Qingyuan, blending historical drama with the rich strategic depth of the ancient game. Featuring standout performances from Chang Chen and Akira Emoto, the film provides a unique window into the cultural tensions between China and Japan during a tumultuous period.
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The Go Master is a 2006 biopic film directed by Tian Zhuangzhuang of the twentieth century Go master Wu Qingyuan, better known as Go Seigen, the Japanese pronunciation of his name. The film, which premiered at the 44th New York Film Festival, focuses on the life of this extraordinary player from his meteoric rise as a child prodigy to fame and fortune as a revolutionary strategic thinker, as well as the tumultuous global conflicts between his homeland and his adopted nation. The film also features a scene involving the Atomic bomb go game. The film also screened at the AFI's China Film Festival in Silver Spring, Maryland.
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