The Observer
Dissident artist Hu Jie has managed to make more than 30 documentaries. Films like Though I Am Gone and Searching for Lin Zhao's Soul are vital to understanding Chinese history and society. Widely recognized as the first artist to dare talk about the Great Famine, the labor camps, and the Cultural Revolution, Hu Jie is considered China's first historical documentary filmmakers.
Where to watch The Observer in India
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Where is The Observer streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | OVID | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
About The Observer
The Observer is a 2019 Chinese-language documentary film directed by Rita Andreetti. It has a runtime of 1h 16m.
The Observer was produced by Dugong Films and Cronos Film and made in China. It was released on December 31, 2019.
- Director
- Rita Andreetti
- Release date
- December 31, 2019
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- China
- Production
- Dugong Films, Cronos Film
The Observer cast & crew
The Observer was directed by Rita Andreetti.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Mirco Sgarzi and it was produced by Matteo Bosi.
Is The Observer worth watching?
At 1h 16m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary, The Observer is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Observer
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Cast of The Observer
Hu Jie
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The Observer — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Observer in India?
The Observer is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸Where can I watch The Observer in the US?
In the US, The Observer is streaming on OVID, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
▸What language is The Observer in?
The Observer is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Observer?
The Observer runs 1 hours 16 minutes (76 minutes).
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