Beyond the Great Wall of China lies “the power of the ancient dynasties and the new red star of communism”. This film explores the juxtaposition of China’s ancient heritage with its continuing advances into technology, communism and subtle trends into westernisation.
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Collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
017236
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → China - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → China - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → China - Social conditions
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)