Biography
Zheng Zhengqiu (1889-July 16, 1935), formerly known as Zheng Fangze. One of the earliest film writers and directors in China, the father of Chinese film. In 1913, he wrote and co-directed China's first short feature film "Die for Marriage". In 1922, with Zhang Shichuan and others, he founded the Star Film Company. On the morning of July 16, 1935, Zheng Zhengqiu died of illness in Shanghai at the age of 46.
Details
Born
January 25, 1889
Died
July 16, 1935
Age at Death
46
Birthplace
Shanghai, China
Also Known As
郑正秋, 鄭正秋, Чжэн Чжэн-цю, Чжэнцю Чжэн, Zheng Zhengqiu
Career Stats
Total Credits
35
As Actor
4
As Director
9
As Writer
22
