Guoqiang Tang

A master of visually striking storytelling, Guoqiang Tang was born in 1955, in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China. He was active as a director from the mid-1980s, working primarily in the genres of drama and romance, with his most notable films including "The Story of Qiu Ju" and "To Live", both of which have garnered significant international acclaim. Despite the lack of major festival awards, Tang's works are celebrated for their profound social commentary, vivid characters, and beautiful cinematography. Guoqiang Tang, with his clear-sighted vision and deep understanding of the human condition, has crafted a body of work that resonates with audiences far beyond the boundaries of his native China.