High Tech, Low Life

HIGH TECH, LOW LIFE follows the journey of two of Chinas first citizen reporters as they travel the country chronicling underreported news and social issues stories. Armed with laptops, cell phones, and digital cameras they develop skills as independent one-man news stations while learning to navigate Chinas evolving censorship regulations and avoiding the risk of political persecution. The film follows 57-year-old Tiger Temple, who earns the title of Chinas first citizen reporter after he impulsively documents an unfolding murder and 27-year-old Zola who recognizes the opportunity to increase his fame and future prospects by reporting on sensitive news throughout China.