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Dream Empire 2016

Status
Released
Runtime
73 minutes
Director
David Borenstein
Network
House of Real
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 3 votes Documentary Released
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What is Dream Empire?

Dream Empire is a 2016 American documentary film directed by David Borenstein. The film features Yana and her foreigner rental agency, which helps Chinese real estate developers transform ghost towns into temporary globalized booming cities in order to lure in potential buyers.

Type
Film
Year
2016
Status
Released
Runtime
73 minutes
Release date
Nov 18, 2016
Original language
ZH
Origin
Denmark
Studios
House of Real
Genres
Documentary
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★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 3 votes
Episode runtime
~73 minutes
Status
Released
Network
House of Real
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Dream Empire is a 2016 American documentary film directed by David Borenstein. The film features Yana and her foreigner rental agency, which helps Chinese real estate developers transform ghost towns into temporary globalized booming cities in order to lure in potential buyers. The plot also revolves around the director's personal experience working as a foreign performer, known as a white monkey, within the booming real estate industry of Chongqing, a megacity located in Southwest China where foreigners are utilized to stage real estate sales. As the narrative unfolds and the real estate market begins to collapse, Yana is ultimately forced to sell her company and reassess everything she ever believed in. The documentary has a runtime of one hour and thirteen minutes, and the release date listed for the United States is June 27, 2023.

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“A gripping exploration of documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Dream Empire worth watching?

Dream Empire holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Dream Empire and when was it released?

Dream Empire is a feature film with a runtime of 73 minutes. It was released in 2016. Release status: Released.

Who directed Dream Empire?

Dream Empire was directed by David Borenstein.

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