Hooligan Sparrow (2016)

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The gripping documentary Hooligan Sparrow follows the perilous journey of intrepid young filmmaker Nanfu Wang as she risks her safety to capture a crucial fight for justice. Nanfu Wang travels with maverick activist Ye Haiyan, also known as Hooligan Sparrow, and her dedicated band of colleagues to Hainan Province in southern China. Their mission is to protest the devastating case of six elementary school girls who were abused by authorities. As they advocate for the young victims, the group immediately becomes targets of intense surveillance, harassment, and physical violence. With secret cameras and raw courage, the filmmaker documents the escalating danger as the activists face pressure determined to silence them. This powerful exposé shines a vital light on human rights advocacy and the extreme risks faced by those who dare to speak truth to power. Hooligan Sparrow is a thrilling, real-life political thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2016

Genre:Documentary; Drama