Red Dust

The narrative follows dissident artist Ma Jian as he embarks on a transformative three-year journey across China in 1983, driven by personal turmoil and disillusionment with life in Beijing. His travels take him from polluted urban landscapes to serene mountain villages, revealing the stark contrasts of Chinese society. Through his experiences, Ma offers a profound insight into the complexities and contradictions of his homeland, capturing the essence of a country in turmoil through the eyes of someone who straddles both insider and outsider perspectives.