Heavy Metal (2009) - FAQ
Frequently asked questions about this film.
What is Heavy Metal about?
Heavy Metal is a documentary. Fengjiang, a town in southern Shanghai, receives vast amounts of metallic and electronic waste from around the world. For over twenty years, about 50,000 migrant workers, known as "green soldiers," dismantle nearly 2 million tons of this waste each year. They cut, split, and recycle materials using basic tools. Many face dangerous working conditions and precarious lives as they manage the growing heaps of discarded metal.
When was Heavy Metal released?
Heavy Metal was released in 2009.
How long is Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal has a runtime of 49 minutes.
What genre is Heavy Metal?
Heavy Metal is classified as Sports, Health.
What topics does Heavy Metal cover?
Heavy Metal explores topics including environmental-crime.