Chen Chao-jung
Biography
Chen Chao‑jung (陳 昭榮, Chén Zhāoróng), also known as Aaron Chen, is a male Taiwanese actor born on 1 November 1968 in Hualien, Taiwan. He is credited with thirty‑three acting roles across film and television. Chen is most noted for his collaborations with director Tsai Ming‑liang, appearing in the films Rebels of the Neon God and Vive l’amour. In addition to his film work, he enjoys considerable popularity in Taiwan as a television actor. His stage name is listed as 陳昭榮, and he is also referenced under the variations 陳昭榮, 陈昭荣, Aaron Chen, and Chén Zhāoróng.
Career overview
Chen Chao‑jung (陳昭榮), also known as Aaron Chen, was born on 1 November 1968 in Hualien, Taiwan. He works under the stage name 陳昭榮 and is credited in the industry as a male actor. Across his career he has accumulated more than thirty credited performances, reflecting a steady presence in both film and television.
He is most widely recognized for his collaborations with director Tsai Ming‑liang, appearing in several of the filmmaker’s works. Notable among these are the feature films Rebels of the Neon God and Vive l’amour, both of which have contributed to his reputation as a significant figure in contemporary Taiwanese cinema. His performances in Tsai’s films have been highlighted as central to his public profile and have helped establish his standing within the art‑house film community.
In addition to his work on the screen, Chen has achieved considerable popularity as a television actor in Taiwan. While specific series titles are not detailed in the available sources, his prominence on Taiwanese TV has been described as “enormously popular,” indicating a broad audience appeal and a strong presence in the nation’s broadcast landscape. His career thus spans a blend of critically noted film roles and widespread television recognition, underscoring his versatility and enduring relevance in Taiwanese entertainment.
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- 匹夫英雄 (2016) as Wang Hankui
- 破阵 (2015) as Ke Ze
- 嫁妝 (2014)
- Rose in the Wind (2014)
- 完美新娘 (2013) as Mo Fuchun
- 捍卫者 (2012) as 周默
- 兰花香 (2011) as 汤君兰
- 小站风云 (2011)
- The Ultimate Winner (2011) as Champion Lee
- Comedy Makes You Cry (2010)
- Visage (2009)
- Plastic City (2009)
- Fire Ball (2005) as Priest Tang San
- Taiwan Tornado (2004) as Huang Zhizhong
- Double Sounding Cannon (2004)
- Goodbye, Dragon Inn (2003) as Self
- The Bonfire of Taiwan (2002) as Li Zhengxian
- Romance of Book and Sword (2002) as Qianlong Emperor
- Book and Sword (2002) as Qian Long
- 台灣阿誠 (2001) as 王志诚
- What Time Is It There? (2001) as Chinese Man in Subway
- 忠勇小状元 (2000) as 蔡九宝
- 青河绝恋 (2000) as 邢正扬
- Hidden Whisper (2000)
- Cop Abula (1999)
- The Personals (1998) as Chen Wu-shiung
- Murmur of Youth (1997) as Lin's Schoolmate
- The River (1997) as Anonymous Man
- Vive L'Amour (1995) as Ah-jung
- Eat Drink Man Woman (1994) as Guo Lun
- Rebels of the Neon God (1994) as Ah-tze
- Green Green Leaves of Home (1993)
- Year of the Dragon (1985) as Jade Cobra