Beijing Besieged by Waste (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2011, Beijing Besieged by Waste is a drama and documentary film directed by Jiuliang Wang, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Photographer Wang Jiu-liang travels to more than 500 landfills, fearlessly documenting Beijing's unholy cycle of consumption through poignant observational visits with the scavengers who live and work in the dumps. While China's economic ascent commands global attention, less light has been shed upon the monumental problem of waste spawned by a burgeoning population, booming industry, and insatiable urban growth. Award-winning photographer Wang Jiuliang focuses his lens upon the grim spectacle of waste, excrement, detritus, and rubble unceremoniously piled upon the land surrounding the China's Olympic city, capital, and megalopolis, Beijing.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Beijing Besieged by Waste has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beijing Besieged by Waste page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beijing Besieged by Waste tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beijing Besieged by Waste (2011)?
- In US, Beijing Besieged by Waste is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Beijing Besieged by Waste worth watching?
- Beijing Besieged by Waste holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Beijing Besieged by Waste released?
- Beijing Besieged by Waste was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.