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12:37, 26-Jan-2017
Looking China series: Lusheng, the soul instrument of Miao Village
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10:37, 28-Jun-2018
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Looking China is a short film series made by a group of young film directors from over 20 countries. They traveled to various places across China, making films and exploring Chinese culture with the help of students from local universities.
The latest documentary is about the Miao Village and the soul instrument of Miao people - Lusheng, which plays an important role in passing on the community's culture.
By talking with three local people in the village, you can tell Lusheng is in the blood of the Miao people. There is no written language in the Miao community - Lusheng is the element that speaks the language.
What are the pipes made of? How can the Lusheng produce so many different sounds? Check out the video and you’ll find out!
Looking China is a short film series offering a glimpse of China through the lens of 20 foreign filmmakers. We will be sharing their stories in the coming days and weeks.