Fugui and Jiazhen endure tumultuous events in China as their personal fortunes move from wealthy landownership to peasantry. Addicted to gambling, Fugui loses everything. In the years that follow he is pressed into both the nationalist and communist armies, while Jiazhen is forced into menial work. They raise a family and survive, managing "to live" from the 40's to the 70's in this epic, but personal, story of life through an amazing period.
To Live is an epic drama that spans over many years, portraying a China in turmoil. Caught up in all this is a family that struggles to survive, and along the way, they encounter many people who will have a huge impact on their lives. Directed by Zhang Yimou, who is famous for movies like Hero (2002) and Raise the Red Lantern (1991), shows once again that he's one of the most competent directors ever.
Genre: Drama
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