Ai Weiwei's Turandot
“Everything is art. Everything is politics.”
Synopsis
There's a first time for everything, and thus Chinese multi-disciplinary artist Ai Weiwei set out to make his debut as an opera director, with an entire film crew following the meticulous preparations of this endeavour. Ai Weiwei's Turandot provides not only a rich insight into the creation process, but also offers a glimpse into the heart and brain of China's most famous artistic dissident.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Copenhagen International Documentary Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 26, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maxim Derevianko
- Original Title
- Ai Weiwei's Turandot
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maxim Derevianko
Marta Zaccaron, Christine La Monte, Andy Cohen, Julian Lennon
Department Leadership Roster
Maxim Derevianko
Director
Marta Zaccaron
Producer
Christine La Monte
Producer
Andy Cohen
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ai Weiwei's Turandot
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ai Weiwei's Turandot about?
There's a first time for everything, and thus Chinese multi-disciplinary artist Ai Weiwei set out to make his debut as an opera director, with an entire film crew following the meticulous preparations of this endeavour. Ai Weiwei's Turandot provides not only a rich insight into the creation process, but also offers a glimpse into the heart and brain of China's most famous artistic dissident.
Who directed Ai Weiwei's Turandot?
Ai Weiwei's Turandot was directed by Maxim Derevianko.
Who stars in Ai Weiwei's Turandot?
The principal cast of Ai Weiwei's Turandot includes Ai Weiwei.
When was Ai Weiwei's Turandot released and how long is it?
Ai Weiwei's Turandot was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ai Weiwei's Turandot?
Ai Weiwei's Turandot holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).