Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard (1991)

Bookmark follows J.G. Ballard from Shepperton to Shanghai and back, looking at the scenes of his life which inspired his autobiographical novels. This is a BBC original production which aired in 1991, directed by James Runcie. It chronicles J.G. Ballard's first trip to Shanghai after he first left it in 1946. He discusses his life and his work especially his two autobiographical novels, Empire of the Sun and The Kindness of Women. There are also bits there about Crash and Vermilion Sands.

Director: James Runcie
Genre: Documentary
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Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard about?
Bookmark follows J.G. Ballard from Shepperton to Shanghai and back, looking at the scenes of his life which inspired his autobiographical novels. This is a BBC original production which aired in 1991, directed by James Runcie. It chronicles J.G. Ballard's first trip to Shanghai after he first left it in 1946. He discusses his life and his work especially his two autobiographical novels, Empire of the Sun and The Kindness of Women. There are also bits there about Crash and Vermilion Sands.
Who directed Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard?
Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard was directed by James Runcie.
What genre is Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard?
Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard is a Documentary film.
Where was Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard produced?
Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard was produced in United Kingdom.