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The Horse Thief

January 1, 1986 1h 28m 6.6/10 (50 votes)

Originally released in 1986. The Horse Thief is a drama film. directed by Tian Zhuangzhuang. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Rigzin Tseshang, Jiji Dan, and Jamco Jayang

Synopsis

Devout Buddhists, Norbu and Dolma live with their young son Tashi in a clan in Tibet. Norbu is a highwayman. After Norbu is charged with stealing from the temple, he and his family are banished. Impoverished and marginalized, they can do little when their beloved son becomes ill. Tashi dies of a fever. After a second son is born, Norbu focuses his every action on keeping this child alive, seeking re-admission to the clan for his wife and child, then risking all to save them from isolation and starvation in winter.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1986 40 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (50 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • Xi'an Film Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Horse Thief about?

Devout Buddhists, Norbu and Dolma live with their young son Tashi in a clan in Tibet. Norbu is a highwayman. After Norbu is charged with stealing from the temple, he and his family are banished. Im...

Who directed The Horse Thief?

The Horse Thief was directed by Tian Zhuangzhuang.

How long is The Horse Thief?

The Horse Thief has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was The Horse Thief released?

The Horse Thief was released on January 1, 1986 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Horse Thief?

The main cast of The Horse Thief includes Rigzin Tseshang, Jiji Dan, Jamco Jayang, Daiba, Drashi.