This Is China (1946)
A fascinating compilation of scenes showing diversity and disparity in 1940s China. The ancient Forbidden City and Great Wall are followed by Shanghai’s metropolitan skyline; primitive farming methods are juxtaposed with mechanised factories; children in rags are contrasted with models wearing the latest fashions; Nationalist commanders and Communist leaders vie for support.
Director: Olivia Ellis
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date: January 1, 1946
Cast
- Valentine Dyall - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Music: John Bath
Editing: John Krish
Production: Verity Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
government, china, methodist church, agriculture, economy, post war
More Films by Director: Olivia Ellis
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is This Is China about?
- A fascinating compilation of scenes showing diversity and disparity in 1940s China. The ancient Forbidden City and Great Wall are followed by Shanghai’s metropolitan skyline; primitive farming methods are juxtaposed with mechanised factories; children in rags are contrasted with models wearing the latest fashions; Nationalist commanders and Communist leaders vie for support.
- Who directed This Is China?
- This Is China was directed by Olivia Ellis.
- Who stars in This Is China?
- This Is China stars Valentine Dyall.
- How long is This Is China?
- This Is China has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
- What genre is This Is China?
- This Is China is a Documentary film.
- Where was This Is China produced?
- This Is China was produced in United Kingdom.