Dong (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2006, Dong is a drama and documentary film directed by Jia Zhangke, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. China's greatest living filmmaker Jia Zhangke (Platform, The World) travels with acclaimed painter Liu Xiaodong from China to Thailand as they 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.
Who’s in it. Dong stars Liu Xiaodong as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Dong has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dong page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dong tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dong (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dong change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dong worth watching?
- Dong holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dong?
- Dong stars Liu Xiaodong.