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Movie poster: Ballad of the Ming Tombs Reservior (1958)
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Ballad of the Ming Tombs Reservior

1958 · 88 min Science Fiction Drama

The film takes place during work on the water reservoir, outside Beijing's Ming Tombs, in 1958 at the beginning of the Great Leap Forward. The film follows how workers and leaders are working together to get it done. The film's final 25 minutes is a future interpretation of how it will look like 20 years after it has been completed with the water reservoir.

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Original Title 十三陵水库畅想曲
Year 1958
Country China
Genre Science Fiction, Drama
Director Jin Shan
Runtime 88 min.

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Ballad of the Ming Tombs Reservior is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1958. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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