Song of the Phoenix (2013): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Song of the Phoenix is a 2013 drama directed by Wu Tianming, starring Li Mincheng as You Tianming, Zheng Wei and Tao Zeru. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $13.1 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 50m (110 min)
- Director
- Wu Tianming
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Chinese - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Song of the Phoenix About?
The premise of Song of the Phoenix without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The life and trials of You Tianming, a young suona apprentice who forms his own suona troupe at a time when the traditions of suona music are declining in Chinese society.
Song of the Phoenix Cast & Characters
Li Mincheng leads the cast as You Tianming, with Zheng Wei as You Tianming (young) and Tao Zeru as Jiao San Ye. Directed by Wu Tianming; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wu Tianming
- Li Mincheng as You Tianming
- Zheng Wei as You Tianming (young)
- Tao Zeru as Jiao San Ye
- Hu Xianxu as Lan Yu (young)
Also Starring in Song of the Phoenix
· 4 more- Chi Peng Shi Niang
- Zhang Xiqian Lan Yu's father
- Mo Yang Lan Yu
- Ji Bo Er Shixiong
More from Wu Tianming
More films directed by Wu Tianming: The King of Masks, Old Well and Life.
Song of the Phoenix Plot Summary
What happens in Song of the Phoenix from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a Wushuang village in Shaanxi province, a young boy named You Tianming, Zheng Wei, begins to learn the suona under the patient guidance of Master Jiao, Tao Zeru. He and his fellow student, Lan Yu, Hu Xianxu, dream of earning a place in Jiao’s traveling ensemble, which performs at weddings and funerals across the Wushuang villages.
When Master Jiao announces that he will soon retire and chooses Tianming as his successor, the old tradition is entrusted to a new generation. Jiao passes down centuries-old techniques and the coveted repertoire, including the celebrated Song of the Phoenix, a piece reserved for the funerals of the most renowned individuals.
Full summary
The whole story of Song of the Phoenix, scene by scene
Song of the Phoenix Box Office
Song of the Phoenix grossed $13.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$13.1M
- International
- $13.1M
How Well Do You Know Song of the Phoenix?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Song of the Phoenix FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Song of the Phoenix, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Song of the Phoenix?
Song of the Phoenix runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
When was Song of the Phoenix released?
Song of the Phoenix was released on November 16, 2013.
Who directed Song of the Phoenix?
Song of the Phoenix was directed by Wu Tianming.
More films by Wu Tianming Who is in the cast of Song of the Phoenix?
Song of the Phoenix stars Li Mincheng as You Tianming, Zheng Wei as You Tianming (young) and Tao Zeru as Jiao San Ye, among 8 credited actors.
How much did Song of the Phoenix make at the box office?
Song of the Phoenix grossed $13.1 million worldwide.
Does Song of the Phoenix have a post-credit scene?
No. Song of the Phoenix has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Song of the Phoenix in?
The original language of Song of the Phoenix is Chinese.
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