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The Uyghurs

1977 · 30 min Documentary
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

Filmed in western China in the late 1970s, this documentary portrays the Uyghur people, a Turkic-speaking Muslim minority living in the Xinjiang region. Directed by Joris Ivens and Marceline Loridan-Ivens, the film documents daily life and cultural practices during the closing years of the Cultural Revolution, situating Uyghur identity within the broader political and social framework of the People’s Republic of China.

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Original Title Les ouigours
Year 1977
Country France
Genre Documentary
Director Joris Ivens
Runtime 30 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes)

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The Uyghurs has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1977. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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