Back to Back, Face to Face (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1994, Back to Back, Face to Face is a drama film directed by Huang Jianxin, running about 148 minutes.
What it’s about. Wang Shuangli is Deputy Director of the local Cultural Centre, and hopes to be appointed Director. However Old Ma is brought in from the country and installed as Director. This starts a long train of events with Wang's cronies using the bureaucracy to try to oust the new director. At home, Wang has problems because his father wants Wang to have a son to carry on the family name. However, because of the one-child policy, Wang cannot have any more children unless his young daughter is certified infirm.
Who’s in it. Back to Back, Face to Face stars Niu Zhen-Hua as Deputy Director Wang Shuangli, Lei Kesheng as Ma, Li Qiang as Xiao Yan and Ju Hao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Back to Back, Face to Face has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Back to Back, Face to Face page.
If you liked it. Fans of Back to Back, Face to Face tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Back to Back, Face to Face (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Back to Back, Face to Face change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Back to Back, Face to Face worth watching?
- Back to Back, Face to Face holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Back to Back, Face to Face?
- Back to Back, Face to Face stars Niu Zhen-Hua, Lei Kesheng, Li Qiang, Ju Hao and Guoxiang Liu.
- When was Back to Back, Face to Face released?
- Back to Back, Face to Face was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.