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20208 minPGdoc-short

Who Built the Cage?

20208 minPGdoc-short

A group of Chinese students uncovers a series of mysteries during an 8-minute tour of Columbia University in New York City.

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Paul Maple Carpenter

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A group of Chinese students uncovers a series of mysteries during an 8-minute tour of Columbia University in New York City.

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Paul Maple Carpenterdirector

Ban Da Mao Wangcast

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Columbia University in New York City serves as the backdrop for a group of Chinese students during a campus tour. They encounter a series of surprising discoveries related to the university's history and architecture. The documentary runs for 8 minutes and focuses on the students' experiences and insights as they navigate the campus. Their findings reveal different perspectives on the institution and its significance. The film was released in 2020.

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