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2015103 minGdocumentary

The Cold Winter

2015103 minGdocumentary

Artists near Beijing's 798 Art Zone formed the "Warm Winter Plan" movement to defend their studios from demolition during the harsh winter of 2009-2010.

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Artists near Beijing's 798 Art Zone formed the "Warm Winter Plan" movement to defend their studios from demolition during the harsh winter of 2009-2010.

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Kuo Zhengdirector

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Beijing's Chaoyang District is home to the 798 Art Zone, where artists faced demolition of their studios from late 2009 to early 2010. In response, they established the “Warm Winter Plan” movement to defend their rights and raise awareness. The artists encountered threats and violence while advocating for their land during an unusually harsh winter. The film documents their struggle against developers.

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