The Blood of Yingzhou District

The Blood of Yingzhou District

The Blood of Yingzhou District is a 2006 documentary film directed by Ruby Yang and produced by Thomas Lennon. The film explores the impact of HIV/AIDS on orphans in the Yingzhou District of Fuyang, Anhui Province, China. It won the Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) at the 79th Academy Awards.

Synopsis

The documentary follows the lives of several children who have been orphaned by AIDS in the Yingzhou District. These children face severe social stigma and discrimination due to their association with the disease. The film highlights the efforts of local caregivers and organizations to provide support and care for these vulnerable children.

Production

The film was produced by Thomas Lennon and directed by Ruby Yang, who have collaborated on several other projects focusing on social issues in China. The production team spent months in the Yingzhou District, capturing the daily lives and struggles of the orphans.

Reception

The Blood of Yingzhou District received critical acclaim for its poignant portrayal of the human impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in rural China. It was praised for its sensitive and compassionate approach to a difficult subject. The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) in 2007.

Impact

The documentary brought international attention to the plight of AIDS orphans in China and helped to raise awareness about the broader issues of HIV/AIDS in the country. It also spurred discussions about the need for better healthcare and social support systems for affected individuals and families.

See also

• HIV/AIDS in China
• List of documentary films about HIV/AIDS
• 79th Academy Awards
• Ruby Yang
• Thomas Lennon (filmmaker)

External links

The Blood of Yingzhou District at IMDb