Homage to Chen Da

Homage to Chen Da

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jan 1, 2000

Runtime

0h 35m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

紀念.陳達

Director

Chang Chao-Tang

Description

Chen Da, born in 1905, learned traditional Taitung-style songs as a boy. Working as a cowherd and fisherman, he travelled from Hengchun to Taitung. He began his career as a wandering minstrel at 20. Homage to Chen Da portrays his life and singing in various settings, including his hometown and the well-known musical venue in Taipei, Scarecrow Restaurant.