Wang Hongwei

Wang Hongwei

55 · Born: Sep 3, 1969

Personal Details

BornSep 3, 1969

Biography

Wang Hongwei, a highly accomplished and celebrated Chinese actor, has garnered widespread recognition and acclaim for his numerous and prolific collaborations with the esteemed and acclaimed director Jia Zhangke, a partnership that has spanned many years and has its roots in their time as classmates at the prestigious Beijing Film Academy, where they honed their craft and laid the foundation for a long and successful career in the film industry.

Their professional partnership has resulted in a plethora of critically acclaimed projects, showcasing the talents and expertise of both artists, and has cemented their status as one of the most respected and renowned director-actor duos in Chinese cinema.

One of the most notable early collaborations between the two artists was Jia's groundbreaking short film "Xiao Shan Going Home", which premiered in 1995 and marked a significant milestone in Wang's career, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor and paving the way for his future success.

Throughout his career, Wang Hongwei has consistently demonstrated his ability to bring complex and nuanced characters to life on screen, earning him widespread critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. His partnership with Jia Zhangke has been instrumental in his success, and their collaborations continue to be highly anticipated and eagerly received by audiences and critics alike.

With his impressive body of work and his enduring partnership with Jia Zhangke, Wang Hongwei has solidified his position as one of the most respected and beloved actors in Chinese cinema, and his future projects are eagerly anticipated by fans and critics around the world.

Career

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2016
Old Stone
Old Stone as Captain
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Crosscurrent
Crosscurrent as Hongwei
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2015
Ten Years
Ten Years as Cheung Kwan-Cheung (segment "Extras")
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2013
A Touch of Sin
A Touch of Sin as (Guest appearance)
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2007
Still Life
Still Life as Wang Dongming
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2004
The World
The World as Sanlai
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2002
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2001
Platform
Platform as Minliang
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1997
Pickpocket
Pickpocket as Xiao Wu
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2014
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2012