Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks (2004)

A detailed look at the gradual decline of Shenyang’s industrial Tiexi district, an area that was once a vibrant example of China’s socialist economy. But industry is changing, and the factories of Tiexi are closing. Director Wang Bing introduces us to some of the workers affected by the closures, and to their families.

Released

2004-06-09

Genres

Documentary

Runtime

551 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Wang Bing

TMDB rating

7.8/10 from 54 votes