The Puppet Master (1993) follows the life of renowned Taiwanese puppeteer Li Tien-lu, who shares his own thrilling and tumultuous journey through a compelling blend of documentary and dramatic storytelling. The narrative begins with Li's formative years, capturing his initiation into the art of puppetry. It then delves into his later experiences, notably his involuntary entanglement in propaganda efforts during Japan's occupation of Taiwan in World War II. The film vividly reenacts a myriad of captivating episodes from Li's life, offering a rich tapestry of his personal and professional struggles.
Credits
Direction Hou Hsiao-Hsien
Cast Tianlu Li · Lim Giong · Ming Hwa Bai · Kuei-Chung Cheng · Yang Li-Yin · Tsai Chen-nan · Hei Li · Wen-Pin Liu
Soundtrack Chien Ming-Chang · Hongda Zhang
Screenplay Wu Nien-jen · Chu Tien-Wen
Cinematography Mark Lee
Technical sheet
Title The Puppet Master
Original title Xi meng ren sheng (The Puppet Master)
Also known as The Puppetmaster
Year 1993
Type Movie
Length 143 min.
Country Taiwan
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