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Zhang Yimou (simplified Chinese: 张艺谋; traditional Chinese: 張藝謀; pinyin: Zhāngyìmóu; born 14 November 1951) is a Chinese filmmaker. Considered a key figure of China's Fifth Generation filmmakers, he made his directorial debut in 1988 with Red Sorghum, which won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Yimou Zhang was born on 14 November 1951 in Xi'an, Shaanxi, China. He is a director and writer, known for Hero (2002), House of Flying Daggers (2004) and Curse of the Golden Flower (2006). He has been married to Ting Chen since December 2011. They have three children. He was previously married to Hua Xiao and Hua Xie.
Apr 23, 2024 · Zhang Yimou, Chinese film director who, as a leading member of China’s ‘Fifth Generation,’ is known for films that explore sexual repression and political oppression. His notable movies included Red Sorghum, Ju Dou, Hero, and House of Flying Daggers. Learn more about Zhang’s life and career.
Feb 15, 2017 · This weekend's The Great Wall unites Matt Damon and Willem Dafoe as imprisoned mercenaries embroiled in a battle against monsters in ancient China, but it's also the latest from acclaimed director...
May 2, 2024 · May 2, 2024 10:05am PT. Zhang Yimou Receives Lifetime Honor at Udine, Talks Talent Development and Perseverance: ‘I Doubt That I’ve Made My Best Possible Film Yet’. By Patrick Frater. Enlight...
Mar 7, 2024 · Veteran mainland Chinese director Zhang Yimou is to be honored twice over at the Asian Film Awards ceremony on Sunday. He will be presented with a lifetime achievement award and a separate...
May 3, 2021 · May 3, 2021 10:10am PT. ‘Cliff Walkers’ Review: Zhang Yimou’s Sumptuous Spyjinks Leave the Characters Out in the Cold. Zhang Yimou's first foray into the period spy genre is easier on...
