Who Killed Our Children (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2008, Who Killed Our Children is a documentary film directed by Jianlin Pan, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. The Muyu Middle School in Muyu, Qingchuan County, Sichuan, collapsed in the 512 Wenchuan earthquake, killing 286 students according to official statistics; but the actual death toll is not just that. The director Pan Jianlin, who has been in the area since the sixth day after the earthquake, uses interviews to contrast the different perspectives and statements of the students who escaped the disaster, the teachers who are afraid of taking responsibility, the parents who are desperate, the government officials who are hiding the facts to maintain the government's image, and the rescue workers who are on the run, creating a ridiculous tragedy that is like a Rashomon.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Who Killed Our Children sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Who Killed Our Children page.
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- Where can I watch Who Killed Our Children (2008)?
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- Is Who Killed Our Children worth watching?
- Who Killed Our Children holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Who Killed Our Children released?
- Who Killed Our Children was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.