| The Chrysalis | |
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| Directed by | Qiu Chuji |
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| Produced by | Qiu Chuji |
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| Cinematography | Jeffrey Chu |
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| Music by | Cincin Lee |
Production company | Yellapapa Pictures |
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Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | China |
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