Chien Tsao

Chien Tsao

Deceased · Born: Sep 8, 1922 · Died: Aug 10, 2002

Personal Details

BornSep 8, 1922 Beijing, Republic of China

Biography

Chien Tsao, a renowned actor, was ushered into this world on September 8, 1922, in the vibrant city of Beijing, which was then part of the Republic of China. This talented thespian, whose illustrious career spanned numerous decades, would go on to captivate audiences with his memorable performances in a plethora of films.

Some of his most notable roles include the 1971 films "Gan Luo bai xiang" and "A Touch of Zen", as well as the 1967 classic "Dragon Inn". These cinematic masterpieces not only showcased his impressive range as an actor but also left an indelible mark on the world of cinema.

In his personal life, Chien Tsao was married to the lovely Lu Chien, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love. Together, they navigated the complexities of life, their bond growing stronger with each passing day.

Alas, Chien Tsao's time on this earth eventually came to a close, and he passed away on August 10, 2002, in Taipei, Taiwan. Though his physical presence may be gone, his legacy lives on, a testament to his remarkable talent and enduring impact on the world of cinema.

Career

1990
The Prisoner
The Prisoner as Fong's Father
1983
Wu ye lan hua
Wu ye lan hua as Blind Master
1978
1977
Shen tui tie shan gong
Shen tui tie shan gong as Chancellor Pu
Jing wu men xu ji
Jing wu men xu ji as Inspector Chiu
1976
One-Armed Swordsman vs. Nine Killers
One-Armed Swordsman vs. Nine Killers as Chow Yi To / Chu Chiu-Tzu
Long hu feng
Long hu feng as Master Fung
Qi sha jie
Qi sha jie as Dr. Chau
1972
The Boxer from Shantung
The Boxer from Shantung as Tea House Waiter (uncredited)
1971
A Touch of Zen
A Touch of Zen as Magistrate Xu Zheng-qing
1969
Hei tie
Hei tie as Lord Wan