Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949
Synopsis
The first film, China in Revolution, describes the epic upheaval that began in China with the fall of the last emperor in 1911. Over the next four decades, the Chinese people were caught up in struggles with warlords, foreign invasion and a bitter rivalry between the Chinese Communist Party and the Nationalist Party. The film highlights the two figures who came to shape events, Chang Kai-shek and Mao Zedong. First they worked as allies to unite the country and then they fought a bloody civil war that was won by the Communists in 1949.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sue Williams
- Original Score
- Tan Dun
- Original Title
- Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- Ambrica Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sue Williams
Tan Dun
Howard Sharp
Judith Vecchione, Kathryn Dietz
Department Leadership Roster
Sue Williams
Director
Tan Dun
Original Music Composer
Judith Vecchione
Producer
Kathryn Dietz
Producer
Howard Sharp
Editor
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What is Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949 about?
The first film, China in Revolution, describes the epic upheaval that began in China with the fall of the last emperor in 1911. Over the next four decades, the Chinese people were caught up in struggles with warlords, foreign invasion and a bitter rivalry between the Chinese Communist Party and the Nationalist Party. The film highlights the two figures who came to shape events, Chang Kai-shek and Mao Zedong. First they worked as allies to unite the country and then they fought a bloody civil war that was won by the Communists in 1949.
Who directed Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949?
Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949 was directed by Sue Williams.
Who stars in Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949?
The principal cast of Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949 includes Not specified.
When was Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949 released and how long is it?
Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949 was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Part One: China in Revolution 1911–1949 was composed by Tan Dun.