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
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.
Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks is a 2004 documentary movie from China directed by Wang Bing. It was released on June 9, 2004. The running time is 9 h 11 min, in Mandarin. Audiences rate it 7.8/10 from 53 votes — well received.
Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks was released on June 9, 2004.
Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks was directed by Wang Bing.
Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks runs 9 h 11 min.
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