One Recluse
一个孤僻的人
Synopsis
In June 2008, Yang Jia carried a knife, a hammer, a gas mask, pepper spray, gloves and Molotov cocktails to the Zhabei Public Security Branch Bureau and killed six police officers, injuring another police officer and a guard. He was arrested on the scene, and was subsequently charged with intentional homicide. In the following six months, while Yang Jia was detained and trials were held, his mother mysteriously disappeared. "One Recluse" is a documentary that traces the reasons and motivations behind the tragedy and investigates a trial process filled with shady cover-ups and questionable decisions. The film provides a glimpse into the realities of a government-controlled judicial system and its impact on the citizens’ lives.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ai Weiwei
- Original Score
- Zuoxiao Zuzhou
- Original Title
- 一个孤僻的人
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 3h 0m
- Production Studios
- Ai Weiwei Studio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ai Weiwei
Zuoxiao Zuzhou
Ai Weiwei
Ai Weiwei, Wang Feng, Xiaoqian Wang, Zhao Zhao
Department Leadership Roster
Ai Weiwei
Editor
Ai Weiwei
Director
Ai Weiwei
Producer
Wang Feng
Producer
Xiaoqian Wang
Producer
Zhao Zhao
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for One Recluse.
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Recluse
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is One Recluse about?
In June 2008, Yang Jia carried a knife, a hammer, a gas mask, pepper spray, gloves and Molotov cocktails to the Zhabei Public Security Branch Bureau and killed six police officers, injuring another police officer and a guard. He was arrested on the scene, and was subsequently charged with intentional homicide. In the following six months, while Yang Jia was detained and trials were held, his mother mysteriously disappeared. "One Recluse" is a documentary that traces the reasons and motivations behind the tragedy and investigates a trial process filled with shady cover-ups and questionable decisions. The film provides a glimpse into the realities of a government-controlled judicial system and its impact on the citizens’ lives.
Who directed One Recluse?
One Recluse was directed by Ai Weiwei.
Who stars in One Recluse?
The principal cast of One Recluse includes Not specified.
When was One Recluse released and how long is it?
One Recluse was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 3h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for One Recluse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Recluse was composed by Zuoxiao Zuzhou.