CinemaOSMovie · 2008 · 1h 26m

From Somewhere To Nowhere

Documentary

Amidst the chaos of modern China, where megacities spring up at a dizzying pace, Swiss photographer Andreas Seibert has chosen to document the lives of the "mingong," the migrant workers who fuel the country's economic engine. Director Villi Hermann followed him in this endeavor for several years, immersing us in the photographer's eye and capturing the essence of his work on these forgotten souls. Seibert, with his lens, and Hermann, with his camera, weave together a poignant narrative that sheds light on the often-hidden reality of China's economic growth. "From Somewhere to Nowhere" is an ode to humanity in an ever-changing world, a reflection on the individual's place in the grand scheme of things, and a celebration of the power of photography as a means to capture the spirit of an era.

Directed byVilli Hermann

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 26m
Language
EN
Released
January 19, 2008
Studios
Imagofilm LuganoSRFRSI

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Directed by
Villi Hermann
Produced by
Villi Hermann
Michela Pini

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