The Great Wall of Tradition (1988)

In the last thirty-five years, some of China's policies have given Chinese women a new lease on life. Whether they have become corporate executives or storekeepers or have remained peasants, most women are still torn between their modern aspirations and a persistent, traditional status. With the discreet guidance of Nancy Cheng, a Shanghai scriptwriter, we witness some of the contradictions inherent in this situation.

Director: Diane Beaudry
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 28 min
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Editing: Diane Beaudry
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Wall of Tradition about?
In the last thirty-five years, some of China's policies have given Chinese women a new lease on life. Whether they have become corporate executives or storekeepers or have remained peasants, most women are still torn between their modern aspirations and a persistent, traditional status. With the discreet guidance of Nancy Cheng, a Shanghai scriptwriter, we witness some of the contradictions inherent in this situation.
Who directed The Great Wall of Tradition?
The Great Wall of Tradition was directed by Diane Beaudry.
How long is The Great Wall of Tradition?
The Great Wall of Tradition has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
What genre is The Great Wall of Tradition?
The Great Wall of Tradition is a Documentary film.
Where was The Great Wall of Tradition produced?
The Great Wall of Tradition was produced in Canada.