Pathway (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 3

Released in 2012, Pathway is a documentary film directed by Xu Xin, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Xu Xin’s film “Dao Lu” (China 2012) offers an exclusive “in camera” encounter with Zheng Yan, an 83 year-old veteran of the Chinese Red Army, who calmly relates how he has navigated his country’s turbulent history over three-quarters of a century.Born to a wealthy family in a foreign concession, Yan joined the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in 1941 because he sincerely believed in the socialist project, and in its immediate capacity to free China from the Japanese yoke and eradicate deep-rooted corruption.
Who’s in it. Pathway stars Yan Zheng as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Pathway has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pathway page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pathway (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pathway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pathway worth watching?
- Pathway holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pathway?
- Pathway stars Yan Zheng.
- When was Pathway released?
- Pathway was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.