Lady of the Gobi
Synopsis
On Mongolia’s coal highway to the Chinese border, truck driver Maikhuu dreams of a better life and financial security for her three children. However, the road from the mines to China is riddled with accidents, toxic pollution, poor hygiene and now, amid the Covid crisis, drivers face days of quarantine on the border. Trapped in a hazardous industry, Maikhuu's journey reflects the human and environmental costs of Mongolia’s mining boom.
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- Director
- Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig
- Screenplay & Story
- Chantal Perrin
- Original Title
- Lady of the Gobi
- Country of Origin
- Mongolia, United Kingdom, China, Japan, France
- Spoken Languages
- Mongolian
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- The Guardian, NHK Global Media Services, NHK, i CITY Films, Petite Maison Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig
Chantal Perrin
Department Leadership Roster
Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig
Director
Chantal Perrin
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lady of the Gobi
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What is Lady of the Gobi about?
On Mongolia’s coal highway to the Chinese border, truck driver Maikhuu dreams of a better life and financial security for her three children. However, the road from the mines to China is riddled with accidents, toxic pollution, poor hygiene and now, amid the Covid crisis, drivers face days of quarantine on the border. Trapped in a hazardous industry, Maikhuu's journey reflects the human and environmental costs of Mongolia’s mining boom.
Who directed Lady of the Gobi?
Lady of the Gobi was directed by Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig.
Who stars in Lady of the Gobi?
The principal cast of Lady of the Gobi includes Maikhuu Sengee.
When was Lady of the Gobi released and how long is it?
Lady of the Gobi was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 25m.