Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks (2004)
A detailed look at the gradual decline of Shenyang’s industrial Tiexi district, an area that was once a vibrant example of China’s socialist economy. But industry is changing, and the factories of Tiexi are closing. Director Wang Bing introduces us to some of the workers affected by the closures, and to their families.
Director: Wang Bing
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 551 min
Release Date: June 9, 2004
Cinematography: Wang Bing
Editing: Adam Kerby, Wang Bing
Production: Wang Bing Film Workshop, Hubert Bals Fund
Country: China
Language: 普通话
Original Language: zh
Keywords
factory worker, squatter, industrial society , industry, working class, poverty, co-workers relationship, struggle for survival, railroad, modern china, forced relocation, contamination, railway station, coal, railwayman
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks about?
- A detailed look at the gradual decline of Shenyang’s industrial Tiexi district, an area that was once a vibrant example of China’s socialist economy. But industry is changing, and the factories of Tiexi are closing. Director Wang Bing introduces us to some of the workers affected by the closures, and to their families.
- Who directed Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks?
- Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks was directed by Wang Bing.
- How long is Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks?
- Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks has a runtime of 9h 11m (551 minutes).
- What genre is Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks?
- Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks is a Documentary film.
- Where was Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks produced?
- Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks was produced in China.