Mao's Mango Cult
"How a mango became an object of worship in 1968 in China"
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Mao's Mango Cult is a documentary/animation film. directed by Kayu Leung. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pen-Pen Chen
Synopsis
In August 1968, factory workers overheard news of a mandatory meeting. Whispered rumors described shipments of a gift from the country’s Communist leader, Chairman Mao Zedong. And sure enough, managers soon distributed a gift to every factory worker– a glass box encasing a golden wax replica of a mango. What was the meaning behind this unusual offering? Vivian Jiang investigates.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 17, 2023
3 years ago
Runtime
0h 7m
7 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- TED Ed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mao's Mango Cult about?
In August 1968, factory workers overheard news of a mandatory meeting. Whispered rumors described shipments of a gift from the country’s Communist leader, Chairman Mao Zedong. And sure enough, ma...
Who directed Mao's Mango Cult?
Mao's Mango Cult was directed by Kayu Leung.
How long is Mao's Mango Cult?
Mao's Mango Cult has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was Mao's Mango Cult released?
Mao's Mango Cult was released on January 17, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mao's Mango Cult?
The main cast of Mao's Mango Cult includes Pen-Pen Chen.