In a bustling factory in China, workers face demanding conditions while designer Mo Xianrong challenges mass production norms with his hand-made collection for Paris Fashion Week.
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In a bustling factory in China, workers face demanding conditions while designer Mo Xianrong challenges mass production norms with his hand-made collection for Paris Fashion Week.
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Synopsis
In a bustling factory in China, workers produce vast quantities of clothing under demanding conditions. The film shifts to designer Mo Xianrong, who creates a hand-made collection named 'Useless' for Paris Fashion Week, challenging the norms of mass production. The narrative also visits Fengdang, a small town where traditional tailors face unemployment as demand for their skills declines. Through these perspectives, the documentary presents the challenges within China's garment industry.
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Why Watch
- See the evolution of China's fashion industry.
- Meet key figures like Mo Xianrong and Mao Jihong.
- Find out about the collaboration with Mixmind Art and Design.
Did You Know
- The film has an approval rating of 71% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 7 reviews.
- Useless was released in 2007, making it Jia Zhangke's second documentary.
- The film has a total runtime of 84 minutes.
- It was produced by Jia Zhangke's Xstream Pictures and the China Film Association.
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Who directed the documentary Useless?
Useless was directed by Jia Zhangke.
What is the approval rating of Useless on Rotten Tomatoes?
Useless holds an approval rating of 71% based on 7 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
In what year was Useless released?
Useless was released in 2007.
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