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200280 minPGdocumentary

Mapi

200280 minPGdocumentary

As villagers in Maoshan Town prepare for their annual temple fair, tensions rise amid challenges from loudspeakers, corrupt police, and internal conflicts.

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As villagers in Maoshan Town prepare for their annual temple fair, tensions rise amid challenges from loudspeakers, corrupt police, and internal conflicts.

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Xu Xin

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In Maoshan Town, Taizhou Shi, preparations for the annual temple fair are underway as villagers pay their respects to Chairman Mao. Director Jin Shifang faces numerous challenges while organizing the event, including malfunctioning loudspeakers and corrupt police. Tensions rise among his subordinates, who are eager to capitalize on any misstep. This observational film captures the daily lives of ordinary people in rural China during a time of significant change, reflecting their struggles and interactions.

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