Fortune Teller
Originally released in 2010. Fortune Teller is a documentary film. directed by Xu Tong. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Synopsis
Li Baicheng is a charismatic fortune teller who services a clientele of prostitutes and marginalized figures whose jobs, like his, are commonplace but technically illegal in China. He practices his ancient craft in a village near Beijing while taking care of his deaf and dumb wife Pearl, who he rescued from her family's mistreatment. Winter brings a police crackdown on both fortune tellers and prostitutes, forcing Li and Pearl into temporary exile in his hometown, where he revisits old family demons. His humble story is told with chapter headings similar to Qing Dynasty popular fiction.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2010
16 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (10 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fortune Teller about?
Li Baicheng is a charismatic fortune teller who services a clientele of prostitutes and marginalized figures whose jobs, like his, are commonplace but technically illegal in China. He practices his...
Who directed Fortune Teller?
Fortune Teller was directed by Xu Tong.
How long is Fortune Teller?
Fortune Teller has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was Fortune Teller released?
Fortune Teller was released on January 1, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fortune Teller?
The main cast of Fortune Teller includes 厉百程, 石珍珠, 唐小雁.