Mao by Mao(1977)
Mao par Lui-même
Mao by Mao Synopsis
A film-détournement biography of Mao Tse-tung in which the life of the recently deceased Great Helmsman is told in his own words, using quotes culled from various Red Guard publications. The rise to power of the film's namesake appears as the inevitable outcome of a dialectical logical. Or so the voice-over might lead one to believe. If the usual practice of détourned films is for the soundtrack to undermine the image, here the reverse occasionally takes place. The images critique Mao's words. They show that which, even in the official visual record of the times, the narrative elides. The film is dedicated to Li Yhi Zhe, the nominal author of a famous Democracy Wall critique of the Maoist state.
Mao by Mao (1977) is a documentary and history film directed by René Viénet, released on May 1, 1977 with a runtime of 28m. It stars Mao Zedong. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- René Viénet
- Producers:
- Charles-Henri Favrod, Helène Vager
- Production:
- Les Films des Iles, INA
- Status:
- Released
Mao by Mao Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by René Viénet, produced by Charles-Henri Favrod and Helène Vager.
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Mao by Mao Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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Who stars in Mao by Mao?
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The main cast of Mao by Mao (1977) includes Mao Zedong. The film was directed by René Viénet. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Mao by Mao released?
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Mao by Mao was released on May 1, 1977 and runs for 28m.
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Mao by Mao (1977) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.