- China must end silence on injustice

Jia Zhangke, a leading Chinese director has warned the country faces a rising tide of violence unless it tackles its social problems, as he discussed his graphic new film. While A Touch of Sin's themes of injustice and exploitation are familiar territory for Jia Zhangke, its style is a stark departure from his usual contemplative tone. Critics have described it as "ultra violent" and compared it to Quentin Tarantino's work. Read more