Iron and Silk
As a student in America, he searched for ancient wisdom. As a teacher in China, he learned to find it within himself.
Iron and Silk is a 1990 movie based on the eponymous book by American writer Mark Salzman. It details his journey to China after college to study Chinese wu shu, better known in the west as kung fu, and to teach English. Though not trained as an actor, Salzman starred as himself, as did Pan Qingfu, who claimed no one else could portray him on film. Salzman's experiences occurred in Changsha, Hunan, though the film was shot in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. (Wikipedia)
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Iron and Silk
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Release Date: 1991-02-15
- Runtime: 92 minutes
- Rating: 5.9/10 (8 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: TBS, SUN-Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6774
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Mark Salzman
as Teacher Mark
Qingfu Pan
as Pan Qingfu
Vivian Wu
as Ming
Hangcheng Dong
as Teacher Cai
Xihong Jiang
as Teacher Zhang
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iron and Silk?▼
Iron and Silk is a Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1991-02-15.
Who are the main actors in Iron and Silk?▼
The main cast includes Mark Salzman, Qingfu Pan, Vivian Wu, Hangcheng Dong, Xihong Jiang, .
Where can I watch Iron and Silk online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Iron and Silk is available.
Is Iron and Silk based on a true story?▼
As a student in America, he searched for ancient wisdom. As a teacher in China, he learned to find it within himself.
What is the IMDb rating of Iron and Silk?▼
Iron and Silk has an IMDb rating of 5.9/10 based on 8 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Iron and Silk?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Iron and Silk?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TBS, SUN-Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Iron and Silk filmed?▼
Iron and Silk was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Iron and Silk?▼
The total runtime of Iron and Silk is 92 minutes.
Is Iron and Silk suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Iron and Silk?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Iron and Silk.
Does Iron and Silk have a post-credit scene?▼
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