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Li Shizhen(1956)
Status: Released
Date: 1956-01-01
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Time: 1h 44m
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This biography film is based on the life of the real historical figure Li Shizhen.The story focuses on the social injustices suffered by Li as well as the difficulties he overcame in writing the famous Encyclopedia of Herbs.
Languages: Mandarin.
Countries:
China
ProductionCompanies:
Kunlun Film Company
Movie: Li Shizhen
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Zhao Dan
Li Shizhen
Shu Shi
Shu Xiuwen
Xinghuo Zhong
Gu Yelu
Gao Xiaoou
Shan Jiang
Deng Nan
Qianli Qian
Cheng Zhi
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This biography film is based on the life of the real historical figure Li Shizhen.The story focuses on the social injustices suffered by Li as well as the difficulties he overcame in writing the famous Encyclopedia of Herbs.
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1956-01-01
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