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The Bird People in China

19981h 58mTakashi Miike

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"The children of the sky."

Wada, a salary man, is enlisted to venture off to China to investigate a potential Jade mine. After his arrival, Wada encounters a violent, yet sentimental, yakuza, who takes the liberty of joining his adventure through China. Led on their long and disastrous journey to the mine by Shen, the three men come across something even more magical and enticing.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Bird People in China (1998) about?

Wada, a salary man, is enlisted to venture off to China to investigate a potential Jade mine. After his arrival, Wada encounters a violent, yet sentimental, yakuza, who takes the liberty of joining his adventure through China. Led on their long and disastrous journey to the mine by Shen, the three men come across something even more magical and enticing.

Who stars in The Bird People in China?

The Bird People in China stars Masahiro Motoki (Wada), Renji Ishibashi (Ujiie), Mako (Shen), Li Li Wang (Si-chang Yan), Yūichi Minato. The film was directed by Takashi Miike.

How long is The Bird People in China?

The Bird People in China has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1998.

Where can I watch The Bird People in China?

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