Waking the Green Tiger
"A Green Movement Rises In China"
Originally released in 2011. Waking the Green Tiger is a documentary film. directed by Gary Marcuse. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Seen through the eyes of activist, farmers and journalists, Waking the Green Tiger follows an extraordinary campaign to stop a huge dam project on the Upper Yangtze river in southwestern China. Featuring astonishing archival footage never seen outside China, and interviews with a government insider and witnesses, the documentary also tell the history of Chairman Mao's campaigns to conquer nature in the name of progress. An environmental movement takes root when a new environmental law is passed, and for the first time in China's history, ordinary citizens have the democratic right to speak out and take part in government decisions. Activist test this new freedom and save a river. The movement they trigger has the potential to transform China.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2011
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Face to Face Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waking the Green Tiger about?
Seen through the eyes of activist, farmers and journalists, Waking the Green Tiger follows an extraordinary campaign to stop a huge dam project on the Upper Yangtze river in southwestern China. Fea...
Who directed Waking the Green Tiger?
Waking the Green Tiger was directed by Gary Marcuse.
How long is Waking the Green Tiger?
Waking the Green Tiger has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Waking the Green Tiger released?
Waking the Green Tiger was released on January 1, 2011 in theaters.