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Crime drama

Beijing Blues (2012): Cast

Beijing Blues (2012) movie poster

Beijing Blues is a 2012 crime drama directed by Gao Qunshu, starring Zhang Lixian as Zhang Huiling, Yu Yang and Kong Qian-Qian. It runs 1 hour 54 minutes.

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Beijing Blues (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 54m (114 min)
Director
Gao Qunshu
Genres
Crime , Drama
Original language
Chinese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Beijing Blues About?

The premise of Beijing Blues without spoilers.

This film distinguishes itself through its cast, comprised of everyday people and micro-blog celebrities like publisher Zhang Lixian, folk singer Zhou Yunpeng, and screenwriter Shi Hang, rather than professional actors. Inspired by the decade-long work of Beijing plainclothes officer Zhang Huiling in the Shuangyushu community of Haidian District, the story portrays the lives and struggles of ordinary Chinese individuals navigating the challenges of city life.

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Cast & crew

Beijing Blues Cast & Characters

Zhang Lixian leads the cast as Zhang Huiling, with Yu Yang as Yue Yan and Kong Qian-Qian as Qian-Qian. Directed by Gao Qunshu; 7 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Gao Qunshu

More films directed by Gao Qunshu: Seven Killings, The New Year’s Eve Of Old Lee, Crime of Passion and Wind Blast.

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Details

Beijing Blues Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Detective Hunter Zhang” and “Hunter Zhang”.

Also known as
  • Detective Hunter Zhang
  • Hunter Zhang
  • 신탐형특장
  • 神探亨特張

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FAQ

Beijing Blues FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Beijing Blues, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Beijing Blues?

Beijing Blues runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

When was Beijing Blues released?

Beijing Blues was released on July 20, 2012.

Who directed Beijing Blues?

Beijing Blues was directed by Gao Qunshu.

More films by Gao Qunshu

Who is in the cast of Beijing Blues?

Beijing Blues stars Zhang Lixian as Zhang Huiling, Yu Yang as Yue Yan and Kong Qian-Qian as Qian-Qian, among 7 credited actors.

Does Beijing Blues have a post-credit scene?

No. Beijing Blues has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Beijing Blues in?

The original language of Beijing Blues is Chinese.

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