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Troubled Laughter (1979): Cast

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Troubled Laughter is a 1979 drama directed by Yang Yanjin and Deng Yimin, starring Pan Hong, Cheng Zhi and Qin Yi. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Troubled Laughter (1979) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Directors
Yang Yanjin and Deng Yimin
Genre
Drama
Original language
Chinese
After the credits
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The story

What Is Troubled Laughter About?

The premise of Troubled Laughter without spoilers.

During the Cultural Revolution, a powerless newspaper writer wrestles with his conscience amid pervasive dishonesty and immorality imposed from the top down. The resulting ethical and professional dilemmas endanger his career and strain his family relationships.

Troubled Laughter Themes & Keywords

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  • journalist
  • cultural revolution
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Cast & crew

Troubled Laughter Cast

Pan Hong leads the cast, with Cheng Zhi and Qin Yi. Directed by Yang Yanjin and Deng Yimin; 8 actors are credited in all.

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Troubled Laughter Also Known As

Also known as “Ku nao ren de xiao”.

Also known as
  • Ku nao ren de xiao

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Troubled Laughter FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Troubled Laughter?

Troubled Laughter runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Troubled Laughter released?

Troubled Laughter was released on January 2, 1979.

Who directed Troubled Laughter?

Troubled Laughter was directed by Yang Yanjin and Deng Yimin.

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Who is in the cast of Troubled Laughter?

Troubled Laughter stars Pan Hong, Cheng Zhi and Qin Yi, among 8 credited actors.

Does Troubled Laughter have a post-credit scene?

No. Troubled Laughter has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Troubled Laughter in?

The original language of Troubled Laughter is Chinese.

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