Ta'ang
Synopsis
The Ta'ang or Palaung people, an ethnic minority living in the mountainous area between Myanmar's Kokang region and China's Yunnan province, have historically suffered many forced migrations due to war. When their survival is threatened again in 2015, thousands of them flee across the border. Filmmaker Wang Bing accompanies them and becomes a privileged witness to a human story that is both a modern reportage and a mythical epic.
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Clip
Type: Clip • Published 2016-07-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 5, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wang Bing
- Original Title
- Ta'ang
- Country of Origin
- China, France, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Production Studios
- Chinese Shadows, WIL Productions, Beijing Fame Culture Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wang Bing
Wang Bing, Shan Xiaohui
Adam Kerby, Wang Bing
Wang Bing, Mao Hui, Wang Yang
Department Leadership Roster
Wang Bing
Director
Wang Bing
Producer
Adam Kerby
Editor
Mao Hui
Producer
Wang Yang
Producer
Wang Bing
Editor
Wang Bing
Director of Photography
Shan Xiaohui
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ta'ang
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What is Ta'ang about?
The Ta'ang or Palaung people, an ethnic minority living in the mountainous area between Myanmar's Kokang region and China's Yunnan province, have historically suffered many forced migrations due to war. When their survival is threatened again in 2015, thousands of them flee across the border. Filmmaker Wang Bing accompanies them and becomes a privileged witness to a human story that is both a modern reportage and a mythical epic.
Who directed Ta'ang?
Ta'ang was directed by Wang Bing.
Who stars in Ta'ang?
The principal cast of Ta'ang includes Jin Xiaoda, Jin Xiaoman.
When was Ta'ang released and how long is it?
Ta'ang was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 2h 28m.