The warriors of Qiugang /

The Warriors of Quigang brings to light the increasing involvement of ordinary Chinese citizens with environmental causes and the beginnings of an environmental movement. According to a recent report published by the World Bank, 20 of the 30 most polluted cities in the world are in China. The countr...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Lennon, Thomas, 1970- (Screenwriter)
Format: Video
Language:Chinese
Language Notes:In Chinese with English subtitles.
Published: New York, NY : Cinema Guild, [2010]
Series:Academic Video Online
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Online Access:Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)
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Summary:The Warriors of Quigang brings to light the increasing involvement of ordinary Chinese citizens with environmental causes and the beginnings of an environmental movement. According to a recent report published by the World Bank, 20 of the 30 most polluted cities in the world are in China. The country's poor environmental record has triggered international alarm and condemnation. But only recently, has it also generated protests and activism at home.
Item Description:Title from resource description page (viewed May 24, 2019).
Physical Description:1 online resource (40 minutes)
Playing Time:00:39:15
Awards:Nominated 2011 Academy Awards, Best Documentary - Short Subjects
Nominated 2011 Chinese Documentary Festival, Best Documentary Short
Nominated 2011 International Documentary Association, Best Short
Won 2011 Newport Beach Film Festival, Best Short Documentary
Production Credits:Field producer and cinematography, Guan Xin ; edited by Ruby Yang ; original music by Brian Keane.