In the film DATONG, a Chinese Communist Mayor, Geng Yanbo, embarks on a radical reform to demolish 140,000 households and relocate half a million people to make way for the restoration of ancient relic walls. He believes this will bring long-term benefits to the city through tourism and cultural development. Over the course of two years, the film follows Geng's journey, exploring the changing ideology and public reactions, and ultimately shedding light on the future of China.
The Chinese Mayor
The documentary film DATONG chronicles the life and legacy of Chinese Communist Mayor Geng Yanbo, who undertook a bold urban renewal project that relocated half a million people and demolished 140,000 households to preserve Datong's ancient cultural heritage.
