Beijing Taxi
Subjects: Asian Studies, Documentary, Foreign, World Studies
Synopsis BEIJING TAXI is a feature-length documentary that vividly portrays the ancient capital of China undergoing a profound transformation. The intimate lives of three taxi drivers are seen through a humanistic lens as they navigate a quickly morphing city, confronting modern issues and changing values. The three protagonists radiate a warm sense of humanity despite the struggles that each faces in adapting to new realities of life in the modern city. With stunning imagery of Beijing and a contemporary score rich in atmosphere, BEIJING TAXI communicates a visceral sense of the common citizens' persistent attempts to grasp the elusive. Film Information
Genre: Documentary Director: Miao Wang Production Year: 2010 Runtime: 78 min. Prebook Date: 08-30-2011 Release Date: 09-27-2011 Retail SRP: $24.95 UPC: 013964640250 |
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