From exile to legend: The untold story of Su Dongpo

He is a poet like no other in Chinese history. In banishment, he found his muse, and through hardship, he refined his craft and perspective on life. He's a symbol of the scholar-official class in ancient China and one of the most beloved literary figures among Chinese people. He is Su Dongpo, and this is his story!

In this documentary, CGTN reporter Nadim Diab travels to Huangzhou in central China not to visit Su Shi's birthplace but to explore his first banishment. It was in Huangzhou that Su Shi transformed into the legendary Su Dongpo, creating many of his culinary and literary masterpieces. There, Nadim explores the enduring legacy of a man who has captivated Chinese hearts for nearly a millennium.