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China: A Network of Communes

Synopsis
Shows rural and urban collective life in China as it existed before reforms drastically changed the commune structure. Shows communal organisation in a textile factory, the handling of childcare, birth control and medical care (including acupuncture), and the duties of Peking ‘street committees’.
Language
English
Country
Canada
Medium
Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 15 min.
Technical information
Black-and-white / Sound
Year of production
1977
Availability
OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
Uses
Basic illustrative material in any course featuring collective public aspects of Chinese life.*
Subjects
Geography
Keywords
China; rural communities; urban communities

Credits

Producer
Jens Bjerre
Contributor
Francis L K Hsu

Distribution Formats

Type
Film
Format
16mm

Production Company

Name

Encyclopaedia Britannica Educational Corporation

Web
http://www.eb.com External site opens in new window
Phone
+1 312 347 7944
Fax
+1 312 347 7903
Address
Chicago, IL 60604
USA

Distributor

Name

Scottish Central Film & Video Library

Notes
See: Scottish Screen

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