A Lean Soul (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film
Released in 2021, A Lean Soul is a documentary film directed by Chu Hsien-Jer, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. A Lean Soul examines the life and works of Taiwanese novelist Qi Deng Sheng. The filmmakers were able to have in-depth interviews with not only the writer's closest friends and relatives but also the notoriously camera-shy protagonist himself. The film vividly dramatizes many passages from his intensely autobiographical works of fiction. The result is an intimate and candid portrait of one of the most important and controversial Taiwanese writers.
Who’s in it. A Lean Soul stars Qi Deng-Sheng as 自己.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Lean Soul page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Lean Soul (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Lean Soul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Lean Soul?
- A Lean Soul stars Qi Deng-Sheng.
- When was A Lean Soul released?
- A Lean Soul was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.