Mao’s Last Dancer

Posted in Hollywood on 06 4th, 2010 | no responses

Tagged with: Aden Young, Amanda Schull, Biography, Bruce Greenwood, Drama, Jack Thompson, Joan Chen, Kyle McLachlan, Shungbao Wang

Director: Bruce Beresford
Release Date: August 20, 2010
Starring: Kyle McLachlan, Bruce Greenwood, Joan Chen, Jack Thompson, Aden Young, Amanda Schull, Shungbao Wang
Genre:Biography, Drama
Synopsis:From the Academy Award nominated director Bruce Beresford (“Driving Miss Daisy,” “Tender Mercies”), comes the inspiring true story of Li Cunxin and his extraordinary journey from poverty to international stardom. Based on the bestselling autobiography, “Mao’s Last Dancer” weaves a moving tale about the quest for freedom and the courage it takes to live your own life. The film poignantly captures the struggles and triumphs, as well as the intoxicating effects of first love and celebrity amid the pain of exile.