The Passion of the Mao
Who knew that Communism could be so funny? This madcap documentary reexamines the Cultural Revolution and restores the once bright reputation of Mao Zedong. "The Passion of the Mao" begins by correcting misconceptions about Mao's early years. Unlike the tyrants with whom he is usually compared, Mao was a successful scholar and businessman before he became a rabble-rouser.
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- Cast
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The Passion of the Mao
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Mar 11, 2006
Runtime
1h 30m
Genres
Documentary, History
Original Title
The Passion of the Mao
Director
Lee Feigon
Description
Who knew that Communism could be so funny? This madcap documentary reexamines the Cultural Revolution and restores the once bright reputation of Mao Zedong. "The Passion of the Mao" begins by correcting misconceptions about Mao's early years. Unlike the tyrants with whom he is usually compared, Mao was a successful scholar and businessman before he became a rabble-rouser.
