To Sing with the Ancestors

To Sing with the Ancestors

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jan 1, 2008

Runtime

1h 40m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

和祖先一起唱歌

Director

Xiaojiang Li

Description

Ge Bu, a poet aspiring to write an epic poem; A-Ying, a blind singer who traverses the countryside; Beima Nui, a shaman who recites traditional scribes depicting traditional farming methods. They live in Hani village with poverty and happiness, helping each other achieve their dreams. They connect with their ancient culture and their dreams by singing the songs and reciting epics passed down from their ancestors.