Chang'an Boulevard
Originally released in 2012. Chang'an Boulevard is a documentary film. directed by Ai Weiwei. With a runtime of 10h 13m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Synopsis
Shot in one-minute increments, Ai's video obsessively documents daily life along Chang'an Boulevard, a thriving road that bisects the capital city along its east-west axis. ("Chang'an" literally means "long peace.") Ai and his team of videographers stopped at 50-meter intervals to record each fixed shot. The result is an impassive yet revelatory videologue that charts the blood flow of Beijing through its supermodern heart to its impoverished extremities.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Ai Weiwei Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chang'an Boulevard about?
Shot in one-minute increments, Ai's video obsessively documents daily life along Chang'an Boulevard, a thriving road that bisects the capital city along its east-west axis. ("Chang'an" literally me...
Who directed Chang'an Boulevard?
Chang'an Boulevard was directed by Ai Weiwei.
How long is Chang'an Boulevard?
Chang'an Boulevard has a runtime of 10 hours and 13 minutes (613 minutes total).
When was Chang'an Boulevard released?
Chang'an Boulevard was released on January 26, 2012 in theaters.