A Man with HIV
Originally released in 1999. A Man with HIV is a documentary film. directed by Li Tong. At just 49 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
After volunteering as a blood donor, the HIV virus is found in 31-year-old Li Ziliang. He is immediately fired by his boss for fear of infection. Every time he walks on the street, he is surrounded by groups of people that stare at him. ‘One touch and you’re finished’, one of them thinks. ‘People with AIDS should be cursed. Only immoral people get AIDS’, another one comments. Nobody wants to sell anything to Li, because they do not want to touch the money that has passed through his hands. Only in distant Beijing can he walk around undisturbed. His wife is at her wit’s end, too, because she also lost all her friends. One day, she gets on her bicycle and never returns. She leaves Li behind with three children, who will not find anyone to take care of them after he has passed away.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Beijing TV Station
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Man with HIV about?
After volunteering as a blood donor, the HIV virus is found in 31-year-old Li Ziliang. He is immediately fired by his boss for fear of infection. Every time he walks on the street, he is surrounded...
Who directed A Man with HIV?
A Man with HIV was directed by Li Tong.
How long is A Man with HIV?
A Man with HIV has a runtime of 0 hours and 49 minutes (49 minutes total).
When was A Man with HIV released?
A Man with HIV was released on December 1, 1999 in theaters.