Fairytale

2007·Movie
2h 32min

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Fairytale chronicles the making of an installation-cum-performance of the same name. In 2007, Ai Weiwei invited 1001 Chinese citizens of varying ages and backgrounds to travel to Kassel, Germany, for one week each, all expenses paid. This film describes the many challenges facing the artist and his volunteers in coordinating the work.
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Questions about Fairytale

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Where can I stream Fairytale legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Fairytale worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Fairytale?

2 h 32 min

Fairytale runs 2 h 32 min.

What language is Fairytale in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.

What tropes does Fairytale use?

Based on a Great Big LieAgent MulderMissing MomOop NorthWorld War IBelief Makes You StupidRed Oni, Blue OniThe High QueenVery Loosely Based on a True StoryGrowing Up SucksBlitz EvacueesSupernatural-Proof Fatherand 33 more

TV Tropes lists 45 storytelling tropes for Fairytale, including Based on a Great Big Lie, Agent Mulder, Missing Mom.

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