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Mao's Mango Cult
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Mao's Mango Cult

How a mango became an object of worship in 1968 in China

20237mAnimationDocumentary

Overview

In August 1968, factory workers overheard news of a mandatory meeting. Whispered rumors described shipments of a gift from the country’s Communist leader, Chairman Mao Zedong. And sure enough, managers soon distributed a gift to every factory worker– a glass box encasing a golden wax replica of a mango. What was the meaning behind this unusual offering? Vivian Jiang investigates.

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Director
Kayu Leung
Status
Released
Original Title
Mao's Mango Cult
Production Countries
United States of America

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