From Somewhere To Nowhere
2008•1h 26m•Released
Documentary
Amidst the chaos of modern China, where megacities spring up at a dizzying pace, Swiss photographer Andreas Seibert has chosen to document the lives of the "mingong," the migrant workers who fuel the country's economic engine. Director Villi Hermann followed him in this endeavor for several years, immersing us in the photographer's eye and capturing the essence of his work on these forgotten souls. Seibert, with his lens, and Hermann, with his camera, weave together a poignant narrative that sheds light on the often-hidden reality of China's economic growth. "From Somewhere to Nowhere" is an ode to humanity in an ever-changing world, a reflection on the individual's place in the grand scheme of things, and a celebration of the power of photography as a means to capture the spirit of an era.
Director
Villi Hermann
Languages
Mandarin, English, German
Studio
Imagofilm Lugano
Production
Company
Imagofilm Lugano
Company
SRF
Company
RSI
Producer
Villi Hermann
Producer
Michela Pini
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