The Mask

The Mask follows the story of a deputy director of culture in a Chinese city who pushes for a particular opera performance due to personal motivations. Meanwhile, the director of the opera and the performers advocate for a different selection, highlighting the conflict between personal desires and professional duties.

This film features a cast that includes Zhao Youliang, Zhao Kuie, Xu Lili, Qiu Xiaoguang, Wang Yuejin, and Ma Wenzhong. The ensemble portrays the complexities of artistic expression and the challenges faced in the pursuit of creative vision, making it a significant entry in the realm of Chinese cinema from the 1980s.