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A Long Shot
Inspired by a shocking incident at a factory in northeastern China in the mid-90s, this astonishing debut film portrays people struggling amidst rapid changes in the status quo. The production of the gunfight in the latter part is superb. A surprising directorial debut on a large scale.
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Inspired by a shocking incident at a factory in northeastern China in the mid-90s, this astonishing debut film portrays people struggling amidst rapid changes in the status quo. The production of the gunfight in the latter part is superb. A surprising directorial debut on a large scale.
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Genre:Drama, Crime
Written By:Gao Peng, Wang Yu, Fang Chang, Wang Ang
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Runtime:117 minutes
Studio:Momo Film Co., Ltd., Bona Film Group, 北京中导协文化发展有限公司
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