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The Inspired Island:  A Life That Sings
The Inspired Island:  A Life That Sings
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The Inspired Island: A Life That Sings

Original Title: 他們在島嶼寫作:如歌的行板

2014
2h 23m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2014

Runtime

2h 23m

Storyline

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.

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Status
Released
Runtime
2h 23m
Oct 18, 2014
Languages
Mandarin
Director
Chen Hwai-En
Production Countries
Taiwan
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