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Triads: The Chinese Mafia on the Rise (1/3)
60 min
Available until 08/07/2026
Triads originated in China in the 17th century as secret societies and gradually developed into criminal organisations. This is the story of how they acquired wealth and power through the drug trade, were able to influence the founding of the Chinese Republic and have gained power and influence around the world.
Director
Antoine Vitkine
Country
France
Year
2021
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