Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976
Synopsis
The trilogy continues with The Mao Years, a look at the next period of modern China’s history: Mao Zedong’s rule, from 1949 to his death in 1976. The film begins with the celebrations marking the establishment of the People’s Republic of China, a moment of great hope for millions of Chinese. But the quarter-century of Mao’s rule was as turbulent as the decades which preceded it. Interludes of relative calm and increased prosperity were interrupted repeatedly by violent campaigns, purges, and a famine in which killed more than 30 million people. It culminated in Mao’s colossal and tragic experiment, the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution. When Mao died in 1976, people were exhausted by the turmoil and longed for stability.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sue Williams
- Screenplay & Story
- Sue Williams
- Original Score
- Tan Dun
- Original Title
- Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Ambrica Productions, GBH, Channel 4 Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sue Williams
Sue Williams
Tan Dun
Howard Sharp
Judith Vecchione
Department Leadership Roster
Sue Williams
Writer
Tan Dun
Original Music Composer
Howard Sharp
Editor
Sue Williams
Director
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What is Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976 about?
The trilogy continues with The Mao Years, a look at the next period of modern China’s history: Mao Zedong’s rule, from 1949 to his death in 1976. The film begins with the celebrations marking the establishment of the People’s Republic of China, a moment of great hope for millions of Chinese. But the quarter-century of Mao’s rule was as turbulent as the decades which preceded it. Interludes of relative calm and increased prosperity were interrupted repeatedly by violent campaigns, purges, and a famine in which killed more than 30 million people. It culminated in Mao’s colossal and tragic experiment, the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution. When Mao died in 1976, people were exhausted by the turmoil and longed for stability.
Who directed Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976?
Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976 was directed by Sue Williams.
Who stars in Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976?
The principal cast of Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976 includes Will Lyman.
When was Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976 released and how long is it?
Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976 was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Part Two: The Mao Years 1949–1976 was composed by Tan Dun.