The Man Behind the Courtyard House

5.9/1020111h 40mReleased

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The film tracks protagonist Chen Zhihui who succumbs to trauma and frustration when he is released after spending 20 years in prison and becomes a serial killer.

Released: Mar 25, 2011

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Simon Yam

Chen Zhihui

Zhang Jingchu

Hong

Chen Sicheng

Zhou Dong

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