On a floor of a mental institution in Yunnan, China, 50 male patients navigate their daily lives. Some have committed serious offenses, including murder, while others face developmental disabilities. Directed by Wang Bing, 'Til Madness Do Us Part captures their routines and interactions within the confines of the institution. The film contrasts their isolation with the moment one patient returns to his home village, revealing the stark differences between institutional life and the outside world. The documentary runs for 228 minutes and premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in 2013.

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Why Watch

See the daily life of 50 male patients in a Chinese mental institution.
Meet director Wang Bing and his unique filming style.
Find out how one patient reintegrates into his village.

Did You Know

The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival on September 4, 2013.
There are 50 male patients featured on one floor of the institution.
Wang Bing directed the film, which has a runtime of 228 minutes.
The film won at the 2013 Festival des 3 Continents in Nantes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed 'Til Madness Do Us Part?

Wang Bing directed 'Til Madness Do Us Part.

What is the runtime of 'Til Madness Do Us Part?

The runtime of 'Til Madness Do Us Part is 228 minutes.

At which film festival did 'Til Madness Do Us Part have its world premiere?

'Til Madness Do Us Part had its world premiere at the 70th Venice International Film Festival on 4 September 2013.

Awards & Festivals

Sydney Film Festival

2014 • Official selection

DocLisboa

2013 • Official selection

Venice Film Festival

2013 • Official selection

Rio Film Festival

2013 • Official selection

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