Villain - My Supporting Actor Life

Author: Liu Long
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: Even the most vibrant red flower needs lush green leaves to complement it; even the most outstanding protagonist requires competent supporting actors to assist. Liu Long is such a diligent and humble veteran actor, always willing to play the supporting role to the main character. This book chronicles his career as a supporting actor. Since entering the entertainment industry at the age of 15 in 1943 when he joined the Shanghai Kugan Troupe, Liu Long has portrayed mostly antagonistic roles on stage, screen, and television over the decades. Although his scenes were sometimes limited in certain works, his performances never fell short of those of the lead actors. He is a master of playing villainous characters, and these roles often left a lasting impression on audiences.