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Rating: 6.30/10 from 418 votes
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Synopsis

China's greatest living filmmaker Jia Zhangke (Platform, The World) travels with acclaimed painter Liu Xiaodong from China to Thailand as they meet everyday workers in the throes of social turmoil.

Liu Xiaodong is well-known for his monumental canvases, particularly those inspired by China's Three Gorges Dam project.

In DONG, Jia Zhangke visits Liu on the banks of Fengjie, a city about to be swallowed up by the Yangtze River.

The area is in the process of being "de-constructed" by armies of shirtless male workers who form the subject of Liu's paintings.

Liu and Jia next travel to Bangkok, where Liu paints Thai sex workers languishing in brothels.

The two sets of paintings are united in their subjects' shared sense of malaise in the face of the dehumanizing labor afforded them.

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Dong
Enemy & I
Bullet and a Target
Caribou Lou
Slither
Night And Day
Wild Is the Wind - 2016 Remaster
Say Goodbye Hollywood
Tired
Toss It Up - Nu-Mixx
The Girl From Ipanema

User reviews

Sarah Martinez
8/10

The music in Dong effectively complements the visual storytelling, creating a harmonious blend of sound and image that elevates the overall viewing experience.

David Garcia
3/10

The use of traditional Chinese instruments in the soundtrack felt clichéd and uninspired, lacking innovation and creativity to enhance the storytelling.

Paul White
6/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the sense of malaise and dehumanization felt by the workers portrayed in the film, evoking empathy and reflection in the audience.

John King
7/10

The soundtrack of Dong perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the film's themes, enhancing the viewer's connection to the story.

Ronald Nelson
6/10

The soundtrack of Dong captivates the essence of social turmoil and human struggle portrayed in the film, enhancing the emotional depth of the narrative.

Steven Davis
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Dong is a masterful accompaniment to Jia Zhangke and Liu Xiaodong's exploration of labor, displacement, and human connection, elevating the film to a profound and affecting cinematic experience.

Karen Lopez
10/10

The soundtrack of Dong perfectly captures the raw emotion and societal upheaval depicted in Jia Zhangke's and Liu Xiaodong's journey through China and Thailand. The haunting melodies and evocative tones seamlessly blend with the film's visuals, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Deborah Adams
6/10

The music captures the raw energy and physicality of the deconstruction process in Fengjie, adding a visceral quality to the visuals and enhancing the viewer's engagement with the scenes.

Joshua White
9/10

The use of traditional Chinese instruments mixed with modern electronic beats in the soundtrack of Dong creates a unique and immersive sonic landscape that complements the film's exploration of social turmoil and human struggle. Each track seems to resonate with the emotions of the characters and the environments they inhabit, adding a layer of depth and complexity to the storytelling.

Joshua Walker
8/10

The use of traditional Chinese instruments in the soundtrack adds an authentic and immersive layer to the film, transporting the audience to the setting and culture of the characters.

Mary Phillips
6/10

The juxtaposition of serene melodies with more discordant tones mirrors the conflicting emotions of the characters, providing a nuanced and multi-dimensional listening experience.

Timothy Adams
1/10

The soundtrack of Dong failed to capture the emotional depth and complexity of the film's themes, leaving a disconnect between the visuals and the music.

Donald Parker
5/10

The music perfectly complements the monumental canvases and poignant themes explored by Liu Xiaodong, creating a powerful synergy between visual and auditory storytelling.

Andrew Hall
2/10

The repetitive nature of the music became tedious and distracting, failing to provide the necessary atmospheric support for the intense scenes depicted in the film.

Mary Jackson
6/10

The use of traditional Chinese instruments in the soundtrack adds a cultural richness that immerses the audience in the film's setting and characters' experiences.