Mapi
Originally released in 2002. Mapi is a documentary film. directed by Xu Xin. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Springtime, Maoshan Town, Taizhou Shi, north Jiangsu Province in China. As the villagers of Maoshan prepare for their annual temple fair to pay their respects to Chairman Mao, tempers are reaching boiling point. Organizing this festival is a not easy matter, as director Jin Shifang will attest. Not only does he have to deal with wayward loudspeakers and corrupt police, but he also has to put up with infighting and subordinates just waiting for him to make a wrong move. This observational film captures the lives of ordinary people in rural China caught in changing times, letting audiences to think it over.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2002
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mapi about?
Springtime, Maoshan Town, Taizhou Shi, north Jiangsu Province in China. As the villagers of Maoshan prepare for their annual temple fair to pay their respects to Chairman Mao, tempers are reaching ...
Who directed Mapi?
Mapi was directed by Xu Xin.
How long is Mapi?
Mapi has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Mapi released?
Mapi was released on January 1, 2002 in theaters.