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King of Peking

Directed by Sam Voutas
Narrative Feature

China | 88 min | 2017

When video home entertainment enters the market in 90s Beijing, a former projectionist ropes his young son into starting their own pirate movie company, but easy money comes with its own price tag.

“King of Peking” is a comedic drama that explores father and son relationships, morality, and what it means to be an example to others.

King of Peking - Sam Voutas, DirectorSam Voutas
Director

Raised in Asia, I work on films, television and new media with a focus on China. I’ve participated in the Toronto Film Festival Talent Lab, Sundance Screenwriters Lab, Berlinale Talents, and the UCLA Professional Program in Producing.

King of Peking Movie Poster

Film Information

Director: Sam Voutas
Country: China
Year: 2017
Language: Chinese. English Subtitles
Runtime: 88 min
Rated: PG

Credits

Producers: Jane Zheng, Melanie Ansley
Writer: Sam Voutas

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