Rainmakers
“China's Warriors for the Environment”
Synopsis
Rainmakers is an investigative documentary about the decline of China's environment. The story is told from the perspective of four civil activists who refuse to accept the ongoing ecological destruction of their homeland. On the border of heroism and stubbornness, four diverse and remarkable Chinese civilians explain why they have the courage to fight the pettish and aggressive local authorities, against all odds. In a film that takes the natural cycle of water as its visual framework, the polluted air of Beijing and Changsha, the filthy water of the Qiantang river and the advancing sand of the Tengger desert, serve as symbols for an environmental battle with many losers and occasionally some winners.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Floris-Jan van Luyn
- Screenplay & Story
- Floris-Jan van Luyn
- Original Title
- Rainmakers
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Floris-Jan van Luyn
Floris-Jan van Luyn
Department Leadership Roster
Floris-Jan van Luyn
Director
Floris-Jan van Luyn
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Rainmakers.
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What is Rainmakers about?
Rainmakers is an investigative documentary about the decline of China's environment. The story is told from the perspective of four civil activists who refuse to accept the ongoing ecological destruction of their homeland. On the border of heroism and stubbornness, four diverse and remarkable Chinese civilians explain why they have the courage to fight the pettish and aggressive local authorities, against all odds. In a film that takes the natural cycle of water as its visual framework, the polluted air of Beijing and Changsha, the filthy water of the Qiantang river and the advancing sand of the Tengger desert, serve as symbols for an environmental battle with many losers and occasionally some winners.
Who directed Rainmakers?
Rainmakers was directed by Floris-Jan van Luyn.
Who stars in Rainmakers?
The principal cast of Rainmakers includes Not specified.
When was Rainmakers released and how long is it?
Rainmakers was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.