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Behind the Opening Ceremony: The Director's Cut

Behind the Opening Ceremony: The Director's Cut

Genres

Documentary

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This riveting, behind-the-scenes look reveals the massive project to create the opening spectacle for Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics. Set in the iconic 'Bird's Nest,' the story is told in the words of key figures involved, including director Zhang Yimou.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Ended

Original Language

Chinese

Runtime

mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

02 September 2025

Country

China

Cast

Zhang Yimou

Zhang Yimou

Self

Cai Guoqiang

Cai Guoqiang

Self

Hu Jun

Hu Jun

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