The Ditch movie poster

The Ditch

April 15, 2011 1h 52m 7.1/10 (26 votes)

Originally released in 2011. The Ditch is a drama film. directed by Wang Bing.

Starring Cheng Zhengwu, Niansong Jing, and Xiangnian Li

Synopsis

The film focuses on the suffering of Chinese who were imprisoned in a forced labor camp called Jiabiangou in the Gobi Desert in winter 1960 under Mao Zedong on the grounds that they were "rightist elements". The film tells of the harsh life of these men, who coped with physical exhaustion, extreme cold, starvation and death on a daily basis.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 15, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (26 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country Belgium + 4 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • WIL Productions
  • Les Films de L'Etranger
  • Wild Bunch
  • Entre Chien et Loup
  • Pusan Promotion Plan
  • CineMart

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ditch about?

The film focuses on the suffering of Chinese who were imprisoned in a forced labor camp called Jiabiangou in the Gobi Desert in winter 1960 under Mao Zedong on the grounds that they were "rightist ...

Who directed The Ditch?

The Ditch was directed by Wang Bing.

How long is The Ditch?

The Ditch has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was The Ditch released?

The Ditch was released on April 15, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Ditch?

The main cast of The Ditch includes Cheng Zhengwu, Niansong Jing, Xiangnian Li, Renjun Lian, Ye Lu.