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Ballad on the Shore

2017 / 98 minutes

Directed by: Chi-hang Ma

Country of production: Hong Kong

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On the small isle of Tap Mun, Hong Kong, veteran fishermen sing ballads with pitches and tones that alternate and repeat themselves as if they were synchronising with the ocean waves. But as fewer and fewer know the harsh life at sea, these ballads are being forgotten by new generations. This film documents the fisherman’s way of life, and these unique songs – both on the verge of disappearing.

Director Chi-hang Ma and Producer Han Yuk Han Jack will attend the screening and take part in a Q&A.

In the RAI Film Fest Intangible Culture

Language and subtitles: Cantonese, Tanka Dialect

Location(s) depicted: Hong Kong

Region: Hong Kong

Keywords: Hunting / Gathering / Fishing Music / Ethnomusicology

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