Dong
Originally released in 2006. Dong is a documentary film. directed by Jia Zhangke. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Liu Xiaodong and Han Sanming
Synopsis
Jia Zhangke travels with painter Liu Xiaodong from China to Thailand as they as they meet everyday workers in the throes of social turmoil. Liu Xiaodong is well-known for his monumental canvases, particularly those inspired by China's Three Gorges Dam project. Jia Zhangke visits Liu on the banks of Fengjie, a city about to be swallowed up by the Yangtze River. The area is in the process of being "de-constructed" by armies of shirtless male workers who form the subject of Liu's paintings. Liu and Jia next travel to Bangkok, where Liu paints Thai sex workers languishing in brothels. The two sets of paintings are united in their subjects' shared sense of malaise in the face of the dehumanizing labor afforded them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 18, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dong about?
Jia Zhangke travels with painter Liu Xiaodong from China to Thailand as they as they meet everyday workers in the throes of social turmoil. Liu Xiaodong is well-known for his monumental canvases, p...
Who directed Dong?
Dong was directed by Jia Zhangke.
How long is Dong?
Dong has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was Dong released?
Dong was released on November 18, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dong?
The main cast of Dong includes Liu Xiaodong, Han Sanming.