Movie Description

东方红

(1965)

Overview

Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the establishment of "New China" in 1949. Detailed in the musical are several key events in CPC history such as the Northern Expedition, the KMT-led Shanghai massacre of 1927, the Nanchang Uprising and formation of the People's Liberation Army, the Long March and the founding of the PRC on October 1, 1949.

Cast

Facts

Original Title东方红

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1965-01-30

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 57m

Production CompaniesAugust 1st Film Studio,Central Newsreel and Documentary Film Studio

Genres

  • Music
  • Drama