Jia Zhangke
Jia Zhangke is a prominent Chinese filmmaker known for his insightful and often critical portrayals of contemporary Chinese society. He has garnered international acclaim for films such as 'Still Life' and 'A Touch of Sin,' which explore the complexities of life in a rapidly changing China. Renowned for his unique storytelling style that blends realism with poetic elements, Jia's work often reflects social issues and the lives of marginalized individuals, making him a significant figure in the world of cinema.
Born on May 24, 1970 (55 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 112,861 | $1,500,000 | 802$ |
| Totals | 1 | 211,049,527 | 112,861 | $1,500,000 | 802$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Brazil:
Jia Zhangke is the Chinese filmmaker who explores a couple's journey over 20 years.
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Canada:
Jia Zhangke has earned his reputation as the most important Chinese filmmaker of this century by unblinkingly chronicling the sweeping changes in his country’s society.
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San Marino:
Jia Zhangke makes fictional films as if they were documentaries, filming for decades between the real and the human.
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Switzerland:
Jia Zhangke is a prominent director of Chinese cinema, obsessed with the past and the future.
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Uruguay:
Jia Zhangke's film offers a new perspective on contemporary China over 21 years.
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Portugal:
Jia Zhangke's film 'Caught by the Tides' is the closing film of the IndieLisboa 2025 festival.
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Brazil:
Jia Zhangke is a Chinese filmmaker whose latest film was featured in a special pre-screening session presided over by Nanni Moretti.
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Monaco:
Jia Zhangke plays a supporting role as Uncle Yao in Black Dog.
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France:
Jia Zhangke plays the role of a strict patrol leader in the film Black Dog.
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