One million Chinese citizens were infected with HIV during the 1990s due to a government-sanctioned blood-selling scheme that left lasting scars on rural communities.
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One million Chinese citizens were infected with HIV during the 1990s due to a government-sanctioned blood-selling scheme that left lasting scars on rural communities.
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Synopsis
Liu Ximei stands in the rural villages of China, advocating for AIDS victims who contracted the disease in the 1990s. These individuals were part of a government campaign that encouraged poor farmers to sell their blood. Many suffered from severe health issues as a result. Filmmakers Andy Cohen and Gaylen Ross faced challenges during production, including surveillance and expulsion from villages. The documentary chronicles Ximei's activism over seven years against a backdrop of censorship and governmental repression.
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Why Watch
- Meet Liu Ximei, a fierce advocate for AIDS victims.
- See the impact of government interference on documentary filmmaking.
- Follow the stories of AIDS victims in rural China.
Did You Know
- Production of Ximei lasted seven years due to Chinese official interference.
- Liu Ximei fights for AIDS victims who contracted the disease in the 1990s.
- The film's Chinese cameraman was arrested for his activism.
- Ximei won the Best Social Impact Doc at the Close Up Edinburgh Docufest.
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Who directed the documentary Ximei?
Ximei was directed by Andy Cohen and co-directed by Gaylen Ross.
What awards did Ximei win?
Ximei won several awards including Best Social Impact Doc at Close Up Edinburgh Docufest and Film of the Festival at the Golden Gate International Film Festival.
How long did the production of Ximei take?
The production of Ximei lasted seven years due to interference from Chinese officials.
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