Twenty segments document the daily lives and struggles of participants in the 2014 Umbrella Movement, capturing their hopes and pressures during the protests.
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Twenty segments document the daily lives and struggles of participants in the 2014 Umbrella Movement, capturing their hopes and pressures during the protests.
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Synopsis
In Tamar Park, the aftermath of the 2014 Umbrella Movement unfolds as fireworks light up the sky, contrasting sharply with the tear gas deployed by police during the protests. Directed by Chan Tze-woon, "Yellowing" captures the experiences of students and citizens who participated in the movement, documenting their daily lives and struggles over 67 days. The film features 20 segments that reveal the thoughts and actions of young activists as they confront authority and discuss their visions for democracy in Hong Kong.
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Why Watch
- See young activists confronting police in real protests.
- Find out how home videos reveal Hong Kong's past.
- Meet participants reflecting on their fight for democracy.
Did You Know
- The documentary was screened at the Golden Horse Film Festival in 2016.
- Chan Tze-woon directed the film, which runs for 133 minutes.
- The film consists of 20 segments documenting participants' daily lives.
- It faced censorship at certain film festivals due to its political themes.
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Who directed the documentary Yellowing?
Yellowing was directed by Chan Tze-woon.
What significant event does Yellowing document?
Yellowing documents the struggles and emotions of participants during the 2014 Umbrella Movement in Hong Kong.
How long is the documentary Yellowing?
Yellowing has a duration of 133 minutes.
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