Dream of the Empty City (2008) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch Dream of the Empty City (2008) in the UK

Dream of the Empty City (2008) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

An old man in hospice care tells his life story from beginning to end, of Peking Opera and singer Ma Lianliang, and of the humiliation and desperation of old age. Soon, the border between dreams and memories, reality and mental confusion become indistinct; the old man is slipping away, falling into the depths of his soul. Is it the shadow of death that disturbs his rest? Who is he? What kind of life did he lead?

  • Film
  • 2008
  • 75 min
  • Documentary

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Cast & crew

DirectorJi Dan

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