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Commodity City

The bustling city of Yiwu, south of Shanghai, is home to the world's largest market, a vibrant hub of commerce offering a dazzling array of affordable products in bulk, from artificial flowers to toys, pens, and alarm clocks.

The film takes a close look at the lives of vendors in Yiwu International Trade City, the world's largest market, and the people who sell goods that end up in dollar stores worldwide. Despite the market's oppressive atmosphere, the sellers, full of individuality, find ways to pass the time and make a living.

Info about Commodity City

Originally Released: United States, Jan 26, 2017

Genres:Documentary, Short