Pink Mao

Pink Mao

唐菡TANG Han
2020
  • China
  • Germany
23min
B&W, Colour
  • DCP
Taiwanese Premiere G

Pink Mao

Synopsis

Why do we see certain colours even when they aren't there? The filmmaker meticulously analyzes the one hundred CNY bill, which carries a portrait of MAO Zedong, and finds that – despite official representations and general perception – the banknote is pink rather than red. In a serious tone and colourful images, she also casually challenges entrenched notions about digitalization, globalisation, capitalism and gender.

Festivals & Awards
2020 Award for Excellence, Image Forum Festival
2021 Silver Dove, DOK Leipzig