High Tech, Low Life
Synopsis
HIGH TECH, LOW LIFE follows the journey of two of China’s first citizen reporters as they travel the country – chronicling underreported news and social issues stories. Armed with laptops, cell phones, and digital cameras they develop skills as independent one-man news stations while learning to navigate China’s evolving censorship regulations and avoiding the risk of political persecution. The film follows 57-year-old “Tiger Temple,” who earns the title of China’s first citizen reporter after he impulsively documents an unfolding murder and 27-year-old “Zola” who recognizes the opportunity to increase his fame and future prospects by reporting on sensitive news throughout China.
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High Tech, Low Life - IFC Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-01-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 19, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen T. Maing
- Original Title
- High Tech, Low Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen T. Maing
Jonathan Oppenheim
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Stephen T. Maing
Director
Jonathan Oppenheim
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What is High Tech, Low Life about?
HIGH TECH, LOW LIFE follows the journey of two of China’s first citizen reporters as they travel the country – chronicling underreported news and social issues stories. Armed with laptops, cell phones, and digital cameras they develop skills as independent one-man news stations while learning to navigate China’s evolving censorship regulations and avoiding the risk of political persecution. The film follows 57-year-old “Tiger Temple,” who earns the title of China’s first citizen reporter after he impulsively documents an unfolding murder and 27-year-old “Zola” who recognizes the opportunity to increase his fame and future prospects by reporting on sensitive news throughout China.
Who directed High Tech, Low Life?
High Tech, Low Life was directed by Stephen T. Maing.
Who stars in High Tech, Low Life?
The principal cast of High Tech, Low Life includes Shuguang Zhou, Shihe Zhang.
When was High Tech, Low Life released and how long is it?
High Tech, Low Life was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.