The Inspired Island:  A Life That Sings Trailer

The Inspired Island: A Life That Sings Trailer (2014)

18 October 2014 Factual 143 mins

How have one poet and his single book of poetry from the last century continued to inspire people today? A Life That Sings follows the legendary poet Ya Hsien from Vancouver to Nanyan, to the mobile library from his childhood and to the basement of his current home. Through his collection of books and love letters, the film unearths the treasure trove abound with stories of Ya Hsien's life.

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Taiwan 18 October 2014

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