A big-budget war movie in China seems to be the latest target of a political crackdown on cultural works that many fear is intensifying.
Tag: Berlin International Film Festival
Dissident Artist Ai Weiwei Is Cut From Film; Producer Cites ‘Fear of China’
A segment directed by Mr. Ai, a vocal critic of the Chinese government, was dropped from “Berlin, I Love You,” under what producers described as pressure from investors and distributors.
Film Set in China’s Cultural Revolution Is Pulled From Berlin Festival
The withdrawal of the film by the noted Chinese director Zhang Yimou comes amid a broader crackdown on the discussion of sensitive subjects in China.