The East Is Red
Originally released in 1965. The East Is Red is a music/drama film. directed by Wang Ping.
Starring Wang Kun, Tseten Dolma, and Hu Song Hua
Synopsis
Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the establishment of "New China" in 1949. Detailed in the musical are several key events in CPC history such as the Northern Expedition, the KMT-led Shanghai massacre of 1927, the Nanchang Uprising and formation of the People's Liberation Army, the Long March and the founding of the PRC on October 1, 1949.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 30, 1965
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- August 1st Film Studio
- Central Newsreel and Documentary Film Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The East Is Red about?
Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the esta...
Who directed The East Is Red?
The East Is Red was directed by Wang Ping.
How long is The East Is Red?
The East Is Red has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The East Is Red released?
The East Is Red was released on January 30, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The East Is Red?
The main cast of The East Is Red includes Wang Kun, Tseten Dolma, Hu Song Hua, Guo Lanying.