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ZHENG Dasheng's "Tianjin Xianren" (A Useless Man) portrays the characteristic figure of an idler roaming the streets of Tianjin shortly before the Sino-Japanese War. Director Zheng skillfully interweaves the traditional storytelling performance with a humorous, and somewhat absurd narrative which blurs the distinction between life and performance, illusion and reality. Deeply rooted in local Tianjin culture, the films authentic depiction of the atmosphere of the city is filled with wisdom and energy. Insightful and highly entertaining, the film is a brilliant technical tour-de-force.
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How long is Useless Man?
Useless Man has a runtime of 1h 30m (1 hour and 30 minutes).
Who directed Useless Man?
Useless Man was directed by Zheng Dasheng and released in 2012.
Who stars in Useless Man?
The cast of Useless Man includes Xincheng Guan, Li Hongchen.
What is the TMDB rating for Useless Man?
Useless Man has a TMDB rating of 6.0/10 based on 1 votes.
