The Inspired Island:  A Life That Sings

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The Inspired Island: A Life That Sings (2014)

Directed by Chen Hwai-en

Documentary · 2h 23m

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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Crew

Director
Chen Hwai-en

Details

Original title
他們在島嶼寫作:如歌的行板
Release date
2014-10-18
Runtime
2h 23m
Genres
Documentary
Original language
ZH
Spoken languages
Mandarin
Countries
Taiwan