In Public (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5.8

Released in 2001, In Public is a documentary film directed by Jia Zhangke, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. A fragmentary landscape for a little train station in a suburban area and a bus stop in a mining town. A lonely soldier in his heavy coat, a tired old man, a bubbly young lady, a punk, a woman waiting in the street... From all those different people in these unfamiliar places, we can feel the exhaustion of every life.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, In Public 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 In Public page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch In Public (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for In Public change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is In Public worth watching?
- In Public holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was In Public released?
- In Public was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.