Storyline
Filmed in western China in the late 1970s, this documentary portrays the Uyghur people, a Turkic-speaking Muslim minority living in the Xinjiang region. Directed by Joris Ivens and Marceline Loridan-Ivens, the film documents daily life and cultural practices during the closing years of the Cultural Revolution, situating Uyghur identity within the broader political and social framework of the People’s Republic of China.
Key Information
Director
Joris Ivens
Writers
Joris Ivens, Marceline Loridan-Ivens
Rating
6.0/10
Language
FR
Frequently Asked Questions
The Uyghurs was released on April 1, 1977.
The runtime of The Uyghurs is 30m.
The Uyghurs is a Documentary movie.
The Uyghurs has a rating of 6.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Uyghurs is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Uyghurs was directed by Joris Ivens.
The Uyghurs is originally in French.