The Yellow River (5 DVD Boxset)

Yellow River is the origin of Chinese culture where human trace of dozens of ten thousand years ago and sites of Neolithic Age have been found. It has been cultural , economical and political center of China for a long historical period since the age of the class society and is regarded as the cradle of Chinese nation. China' Yellow River is a symbol of national spirits of constantly striving to became stronger, which feeds the nation with glorious and magnificent civilizations. Follow the expedition to find the source of Yellow River and follow its entire 5500 kilometers journey to the sea in this 10 episodes (5 DVD Boxset): 1) The River's source, 2) Down River, 3) the Taer Temple, 4) Chinese Moslems of The Upper Basin, 5) The Nomads, 6) The Underground Dwellers, 7) The Cradle of Chinese Civilization, 8) Taming the Dragon, 9) The Path of Buddha, and 10) The River reaches Bohai Bay.

China Under Mao 1940s-1970s

This video contains two films documenting life in China under the rule of Mao. The first film, (approx. 33 min) is a Chinese propaganda film produced in 1966. It is narrated in both Chinese and English. The focus is on the cultural, industrial, and military accomplishments of the Chinese people under the guidance of Mao and the communist party. Includes excellent footage of the Chinese atom bomb explosion. The second film documents Mao's military and political career from 1944-1971.

Classic 50's and 60's Communism Films - an Exploration of Communism and Despotism in the Soviet Union and China and Other Totalitarian Regimes

This is a great collection of classic Communism and alternative government viewpoints films. They show the inside story of Communism in the 50's and 60's and contrast it with Capitalism and various forms of despotic governments. This collection has a run time of 1 hour 15 minutes.

Here are the films that make up this collection: Communism - 1952 - an educational film on the Russian Communism, the cold war and its effects around the world.; The War We Are In Part II - Communism Vs Capitalism - 1962 - This is the 2nd part of a lecture given by Dr. George S. Benson, President of Harding College in Searcy, Arkansas comparing and contrasting Communism and Capitalism and discussing the dangers Communism presented to our future.; Red China Newsreel - 1959 - Film clips made by communist cameraman in China, shows Mao and other candidates in election of National People's Congress, with massive show in Peking of dancers and balloons.; The Challenge of Ideas - 1961 - John Wayne, Edward R. Murrow and other notables discuss the ideological battle between U.S. and Soviet Union.; Despotism - 1946 - an exploration of the various forms of government based on their organization and the freedoms given to people under the various types of regimes.

National Archives and Records Administration - China Film Archives

Experience the American Journey through the country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. This film explores the industry and culture of the cities of Tianjin and Beijing.

These historical recordings from the National Archives may contain variations in audio and video quality based on the limitations of the original source material.

The Passion of the Mao (2006)

Part mockumentary but motivated by true events - this liberal, stream of consciousness telling of Mao's life is hilarious...and would be frowned on by billions of Chinese. Worth watching - especially for Chinese history buffs. Sprinkled with animation - this is Mao as you've never seen him.

The director brings a tremendous amount of rich primary source material to the screen with an original and entertaining perspective, uncovering the relationship between Mao's political and policy acheivements with Mao's colorful life story, marked by some of his comedically bizarre traits.