The Tank Man
Synopsis
On June 5, 1989, one day after Chinese troops expelled thousands of demonstrators from Tiananmen Square in Beijing, a solitary, unarmed protester stood his ground before a column of tanks advancing down the Avenue of Eternal Peace. Captured by Western photographers watching nearby, this extraordinary confrontation became an icon of the fight for freedom around the world. FRONTLINE investigates the mystery of the tank man — his identity, his fate, and his significance for the Chinese leadership.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Antony Thomas
- Screenplay & Story
- Antony Thomas
- Original Title
- The Tank Man
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Antony Thomas
Antony Thomas
David Fanning
Department Leadership Roster
Antony Thomas
Director
Antony Thomas
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Tank Man.
Similar Titles to The Tank Man
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
9.0
7.2
7.0
6.0
5.0
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
7.6
6.9
More Like The Tank Man
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Tank Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Tank Man about?
On June 5, 1989, one day after Chinese troops expelled thousands of demonstrators from Tiananmen Square in Beijing, a solitary, unarmed protester stood his ground before a column of tanks advancing down the Avenue of Eternal Peace. Captured by Western photographers watching nearby, this extraordinary confrontation became an icon of the fight for freedom around the world. FRONTLINE investigates the mystery of the tank man — his identity, his fate, and his significance for the Chinese leadership.
Who directed The Tank Man?
The Tank Man was directed by Antony Thomas.
Who stars in The Tank Man?
The principal cast of The Tank Man includes Not specified.
When was The Tank Man released and how long is it?
The Tank Man was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.