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Dicing With Death: China’s Dragon Road

In the south of China, in the Guizhou province, mountains cover 90% of the land. Within these mountains two of the regions most vital and abundant resources are found: bamboo and coal. Both are essential for industrial development, as well as providing a source of revenue, construction material and food.

However, the only way to bring these materials to the masses is to transport them down the mountains, whose roads are perilous and unpredictable. Drivers risk their lives on each journey as they navigate sharp turns and crumbling cliff sides…

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PRODUCTION INFO

  • Year: 2015
  • Duration: 52 mins
  • Production: Tony Comiti Productions
  • Director: Jean-Christophe Brisar
  • Available Versions: ENG, FRA
  • Country of production: France

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