Zhang Jingchu

About

Zhang Jingchu (张静初), born on February 2, 1980, is a Chinese film actress known for her versatility and international acclaim. She studied directing at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing and is fluent in English, having studied at the Beijing New Oriental Institute. Raised in a modest countryside family, Zhang rose to prominence with her breakout role in Peacock (2005), directed by Gu Changwei, which won the Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. She went on to star in several critically acclaimed films, including Tsui Hark’s Seven Swords (2005), Derek Yee’s Protégé (2007), Florian Gallenberger’s John Rabe (2008), and Ann Hui’s Night and Fog (2009). In 2005, Time magazine recognized Zhang as one of "Asia’s Heroes," cementing her status as a rising star in international cinema.

Known for

Keep RunningSeries • 2014Mission: Impossible - Rogue NationMovie • 2015Chef NicSeries • 2014Rush Hour 3Movie • 2007With YouSeries • 2020Vacation of LoveSeries • 2021The Long SeasonSeries • 2023Project GutenbergMovie • 2018Seven SwordsMovie • 2005ProtégéMovie • 2007Beast StalkerMovie • 2008The AdventurersMovie • 2017City Under SiegeMovie • 2010AftershockMovie • 2010And the Spring ComesMovie • 2007Sky on FireMovie • 2016OverheardMovie • 2009John RabeMovie • 2009SwitchMovie • 2013Night and FogMovie • 2009Jade WarriorMovie • 2006PeacockMovie • 2005