Old Well (1987): Cast
Old Well is a 1987 romantic drama directed by Wu Tianming, starring Zhang Yimou, Lü Liping and Niu Xingli. It runs 2 hours 9 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 9m (129 min)
- Director
- Wu Tianming
- Original language
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Chinese - Studio
- Xi'an Film Studio
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Old Well About?
The premise of Old Well without spoilers.
A married village laborer enlists the help of an old flame to dig a well for his drought‑stricken community. When the shaft collapses, the two become trapped underground, and their forced proximity compels them to confront lingering emotions and reassess their feelings for each other and the people they left behind.
Old Well Cast
Zhang Yimou leads the cast, with Lü Liping and Niu Xingli. Directed by Wu Tianming; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wu Tianming
Also Starring in Old Well
· 4 moreMore from Wu Tianming
More films directed by Wu Tianming: Song of the Phoenix, The King of Masks and Life.
Old Well Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Lao jing” and “The Old Well”.
- Also known as
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- Lao jing
- The Old Well
- Velho Poço
- O Velho Poço
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Old Well FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Old Well, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Old Well?
Old Well runs 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).
When was Old Well released?
Old Well was released on September 25, 1987.
Who directed Old Well?
Old Well was directed by Wu Tianming.
More films by Wu Tianming Who is in the cast of Old Well?
Old Well stars Zhang Yimou, Lü Liping and Niu Xingli, among 8 credited actors.
Does Old Well have a post-credit scene?
No. Old Well has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Old Well in?
The original language of Old Well is Chinese.
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