Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry

The film "Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry" (2012) is a galvanizing portrait of Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei's journey from internet-fueled fame to high-profile arrest by the Chinese authorities in 2011. From his rise as a social critic, conceptual artist, and blogger, to his installation of a massive ceramic piece at the Tate Modern, the film presents an intimate look at Ai's career, activism, and personal life, featuring interviews with those closest to him. The documentary follows Ai from the development of his Sichuan Earthquake Names Project to his Twitter page, which he frequently updates despite government shutdowns, offering a captivating glimpse into the life of a modern-day dissident.