Hongxia
This documentary considers the fate of the working-class neighbourhood surrounding the Hongxia Theatre.
Once the site of China's early tech industry, Jiuxiangiao is now a 'shanty area' slated for urban renewal. Residents recall how the area grew into an advanced electronics district in the 1950s, as part of the Chinese government's first Five-Year Plan for social and economic development. With support from the Soviet Union, factories began producing China's first home grown large scale computers and telephone switchboards. The Hongxia was built as part of a network of amenities including a ballroom and gaming arcade, all intended to enrich the cultural lives of workers. There were onsite nurseries at factories, free swimming pools and the cinema, where entry was free or five cents at most. As interviewees mourn the loss of these services, developers are knocking. 'To tear this place down and build skyscrapers - it makes my heart ache!' laments Wei Guotian, the theatre's former manager.
- Status
- Released
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- Language
- EN
Release dates
ChinaCN
- Theatrical (limited)1 Jan 2019
Frequently asked questions
- When was Hongxia released?
- Hongxia was released on 1 January 2019.
- Where can I watch Hongxia online?
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Hongxia?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Hongxia is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Hongxia?
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- Who directed Hongxia?
- Hongxia (2019) was directed by Cao Fei.
- How long is Hongxia?
- Hongxia runs for 56m.
