China Blue
2005 | 88 min | Documentary
CHINA BLUE by Micha X. Peled is a prizewinning documentary that documents conditions at a blue-jeans factory in China.
Micha X. Peled
DirectorMicha X. Peled is a filmmaker known for his documentary work. He is best known for directing the award-winning film "China Blue" which offers a glimpse into the world of sweatshop labor in China. Peled's other notable works include "Bitter Seeds" and "Store Wars: When Wal-Mart Comes to Town." He has received critical acclaim and several awards for his thought-provoking documentaries that shed light on important social and environmental issues.
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