Precursor - Guo Shoujing's Astronomical Achievements vividly showcases the monumental astronomical accomplishments of Guo Shoujing, the renowned scientist of China's Yuan Dynasty. Guo Shoujing, a distinguished astronomer, hydraulic engineer and mathematician, co-authored the Shoushi Calendar, which remained in use for over 360 years and stands as the most outstanding example of ancient Chinese calendrical systems. While developing this new calendar, he invented over ten astronomical instruments including the Abridged Armilla, the High Gnomon, the Pole-observing Instrument and the Uranographic Model, while also organizing nationwide celestial observations. This movie innovatively employs modern visual techniques to express China's outstanding traditional culture and the achievements of ancient scientists. Utilizing extensive geographical and astronomical data visualization capabilities, it weaves spectacular real scientific imagery into Guo Shoujing's compelling narrative, offering audiences a visual feast where science and civilization converge.
Languages: Mandarin dubbing, with English subtitles
Classification: Group A
Available on 14 February 2026
This movie is exclusively available for booking and screening coordination by local schools or organizations in Macao.
Award:
Gala Presentation, Beijing International Film Festival, China, 2019
Official Selection, Fulldome Festival Jena, Germany, 2019
Gala Presentation, Beijing International Science & Technology Film Festival, China, 2019
