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The Chinese Mayor (Chinese: 中国市长), original title Datong (大同), is a 2015 documentary that follows Datong mayor Geng Yanbo's efforts to transform one of China's most polluted cities into a cultural destination, in large part by displacing 500,000 residents (about 200,000 homes demolished) to reconstruct the 14th century ...
Jan 26, 2015 · A film that follows the controversial mayor of Datong, China, who demolishes 140,000 households and relocates half a million people to restore ancient relic walls and promote tourism and culture. The film shows the challenges, conflicts and consequences of his radical reforms and the future of China.
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- Documentary, Drama, News
- Hao Zhou
- 2015-01-26
The Chinese Mayor gives us a vivid depiction of what it looks like living under Chinese Communist Party’s rule. The more-than-surreal reality is that a party-appointed mayor brought the...
A film about the controversial urban renewal plan of Datong, a city in China, by its mayor Geng Tanbo. The film follows the mayor's challenges, controversies and dilemmas as he tries to transform Datong into a cultural hub.
Currently you are able to watch "The Chinese Mayor" streaming on DOCSVILLE. It is also possible to buy "The Chinese Mayor" on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube as download or rent it on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube online.
- Zhou Hao
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- Geng Yanbo
Andrew James Ginther (born April 27, 1975) is an American Democratic politician, the 53rd mayor of Columbus, Ohio, and the 48th person to serve in that office. He previously served as President of Columbus City Council from 2011 until 2015.
A documentary about a controversial Chinese Communist Mayor who demolishes 140,000 households and relocates half a million people to restore the ancient city of Datong. The film follows his reform, challenges, and achievements in two years, and explores the future of China.
