★ HOW OLD IS JIA ZHANGKE?
Jia Zhangke is 56 years old, born May 24, 1970 in China · Gemini.
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About
Jia Zhangke built a career on fractured realism—his "Hometown Trilogy" of Xiao Wu, Platform, and Unknown Pleasures elevated him from underground filmmaker to the face of China's Sixth Generation. Born in mainland China in 1970, the screenwriter and director won the Golden Lion at Venice for Still Life and best screenplay at Cannes for A Touch of Sin. A Gemini with life-path 1 energy, he founded the Pingyao International Film Festival in 2017.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Jia Zhangke emerged as a defining voice in Chinese cinema through his "Hometown Trilogy"—Xiao Wu (1998), Platform (2000), and Unknown Pleasures (2002)—films that documented post-reform China with unflinching precision. These works catapulted him from underground status to leadership within China's Sixth Generation of directors. His international breakthrough came when Still Life won the Golden Lion at the 63rd Venice International Film Festival, followed by A Touch of Sin taking best screenplay honors at the 66th Cannes Film Festival. He has also received the Leopard of Honour at the 63rd Locarno Film Festival and the Carrosse d'Or lifetime achievement award at the Directors' Fortnight.
As a screenwriter and actor working in mainland China, Jia operates across traditional and experimental narrative forms. Born 24 May 1970, his Gemini sun typically reflects dual vision and restless inquiry—traits evident in his layered approach to social realism. In 2017, he founded the Pingyao International Film Festival, consolidating his influence as both creator and cultural advocate.
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Trivia
- Jia Zhangke won the Golden Lion at Venice for Still Life in 2006.
- His "Hometown Trilogy" spans 1998–2002 and documents the social upheaval of post-reform China.
- He founded the Pingyao International Film Festival in his home province of Shanxi.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and self-reliant. Jia Zhangke tend to step into pioneer roles early and prefer setting direction over following it.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- AlexandraTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Jia Zhangke?
- Jia Zhangke is 56 years old (born May 24, 1970).
- When is Jia Zhangke's birthday?
- Jia Zhangke was born on May 24, 1970.
- What is Jia Zhangke's zodiac sign?
- Jia Zhangke is a Gemini, born May 24, 1970.
- What is Jia Zhangke's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Jia Zhangke was born in 1970, the year of the Metal Dog.
- Where is Jia Zhangke from?
- Jia Zhangke is from China.
- What does Jia Zhangke do?
- Jia Zhangke is a writer.
- Is Jia Zhangke still alive?
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