Gender in Chinese cinema (Yang yin)(1996)

Kwan, Stanley

Documentary celebrating 100 years of Chinese cinema, with an investigation of the portrayal of gender and cross-gender relations in Chinese films. Contains autobiographical observations and excerpts from films with interviews from their producers and leading actors. Explores such themes as homosexuality, bisexuality, transsexuality, transvestism, male bonding and gender confusion.

Predominantly in Chinese with English subtitles.

CH DOC 6(VS)