Shoot for the Contents (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1992, Shoot for the Contents is a documentary film directed by Trịnh T. Minh-hà, running about 101 minutes.

What it’s about. Reflecting on Mao's famous saying, "Let a hundred flowers blossom and a hundred schools of thought contend," Trinh T. Minh-ha's film — whose title refers in part to a Chinese guessing game — is a unique excursion into the maze of allegorical naming and storytelling in China.

Who’s in it. Shoot for the Contents stars Ying Lee-Kelly as Self, Dewi Lee as Self, Wu Tianming as Self and Clairmonte Moore as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Shoot for the Contents has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shoot for the Contents page.

If you liked it. Fans of Shoot for the Contents tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Shoot for the Contents (1992)?
In US, Shoot for the Contents is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Shoot for the Contents worth watching?
Shoot for the Contents holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Shoot for the Contents?
Shoot for the Contents stars Ying Lee-Kelly, Dewi Lee, Wu Tianming and Clairmonte Moore.
When was Shoot for the Contents released?
Shoot for the Contents was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.