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The Inspired Island:  A Life That Sings

The Inspired Island: A Life That Sings

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Status

Released

Release Date

Oct 18, 2014

Runtime

2h 23m

Genres

Documentary

User Score

67%

Original Title

他們在島嶼寫作:如歌的行板

Director

Chen Hwai-En

Description

How have one poet and his single book of poetry from the last century continued to inspire people today? A Life That Sings follows the legendary poet Ya Hsien from Vancouver to Nanyan, to the mobile library from his childhood and to the basement of his current home. Through his collection of books and love letters, the film unearths the treasure trove abound with stories of Ya Hsien's life.