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Past Present (2013): Cast

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Past Present is a 2013 documentary directed by Saw Tiong Guan, starring Tsai Ming-liang, Apichatpong Weerasethakul and Ang Lee. It runs 1 hour 16 minutes.

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Past Present (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 16m (76 min)
Director
Saw Tiong Guan
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Chinese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Past Present About?

The premise of Past Present without spoilers.

This film offers a thoughtful exploration of the life and career of acclaimed Taiwanese filmmaker Tsai Ming-liang. It delves into his artistic journey, featuring interviews and insights from his collaborators and colleagues. The documentary reveals a personal connection between the filmmaker and his subject, providing a portrait of a quiet yet influential artist within the Second New Wave of Taiwanese cinema.

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Cast & crew

Past Present Cast

Tsai Ming-liang leads the cast, with Apichatpong Weerasethakul and Ang Lee. Directed by Saw Tiong Guan; 7 actors are credited in all.

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Past Present Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Zuo tian” and “지나간 현재”.

Also known as
  • Zuo tian
  • 지나간 현재

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Past Present FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Past Present?

Past Present runs 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).

When was Past Present released?

Past Present was released on October 4, 2013.

Who directed Past Present?

Past Present was directed by Saw Tiong Guan.

Who is in the cast of Past Present?

Past Present stars Tsai Ming-liang, Apichatpong Weerasethakul and Ang Lee, among 7 credited actors.

Does Past Present have a post-credit scene?

No. Past Present has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Past Present in?

The original language of Past Present is Chinese.

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