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Life on a String

1991 · 110 min Drama
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

A blind man's master told him that after he has broken 1000 strings on his Banjo, he can open the Banjo to get a script for his eyes. After 60 years he broke the 1000th string.

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Original Title 边走边唱
Year 1991
Country China, United Kingdom, Germany
Genre Drama
Director Chen Kaige
Runtime 110 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (14 votes)

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Life on a String has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.9/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1991. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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