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Troubled Laughter

Troubled Laughter

1979 · 90 min · ★ 6.9 · Drama

During the Cultural Revolution a powerless newspaper writer struggles with his conscience at the pervasive dishonesty and immorality from the top on down. The ethical and professional conflicts eventually threaten both his work and family relationships,

Directed by Yang Yanjin · Written by Yang Yanjin

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