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Useless is a documentary that examines the fashion and clothing industry in China. Directed by Jia Zhangke, it is his second full-length documentary film, following Dong. The film is produced by Xstream Pictures in collaboration with the China Film Association and the Mixmind Art and Design Company.
The documentary runs for 84 minutes and features a cast that includes Mo Xianrong, Mao Jihong, Ma Ning, Xu Youping, and Li Shangqin. It is presented in multiple languages, including Cantonese, French, Mandarin, and English, reflecting the diverse cultural influences in the fashion industry.
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.
Perfect For
Fashion industry insightsChinese cinema enthusiastsDocumentary film fans