Hooligan Sparrow
Originally released in 2016. Hooligan Sparrow is a documentary film. directed by Nanfu Wang. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ye Haiyan
Synopsis
The danger is palpable as intrepid young filmmaker Nanfu Wang follows maverick activist Ye Haiyan (a.k.a Hooligan Sparrow) and her band of colleagues to Hainan Province in southern China to protest the case of six elementary school girls who were sexually abused by their principal. Marked as enemies of the state, the activists are under constant government surveillance and face interrogation, harassment, and imprisonment. Sparrow, who gained notoriety with her advocacy work for sex workers’ rights, continues to champion girls’ and women’s rights and arms herself with the power and reach of social media.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 22, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
China
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Little Horse Crossing the River
- Diamond Docs
- Doc Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hooligan Sparrow about?
The danger is palpable as intrepid young filmmaker Nanfu Wang follows maverick activist Ye Haiyan (a.k.a Hooligan Sparrow) and her band of colleagues to Hainan Province in southern China to protest...
Who directed Hooligan Sparrow?
Hooligan Sparrow was directed by Nanfu Wang.
How long is Hooligan Sparrow?
Hooligan Sparrow has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Hooligan Sparrow released?
Hooligan Sparrow was released on July 22, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hooligan Sparrow?
The main cast of Hooligan Sparrow includes Ye Haiyan.