影 OF SHADOWS
China / Canada, 2016, 80min, Colour, Mono
Synopsis:
Filmed in China’s Loess Plateau, where shadow plays have entertained
people and deities for centuries, Of Shadows follows a lively and resilient
group of shadow play performers as they navigate between the rural
staging of ancient plays and the urban spectacle of cultural heritage
preservation. While providing a rare glimpse into the nomadic lives of
master puppeteers, the film paints a haunting portrait of a revered folk
tradition transforming against the backdrop of a country in constant
transition.
2016 Libraries Award. Cinéma du Réel, Paris, France
2016 Bright Future Award nominee, Rotterdam International Film Festival,
Netherlands
2016 FIPRESCI Prize Nominee. International Film Festival Rotterdam
2016 Netpac Award Nominee, International Film Festival Rotterdam
Official website: https://ibidemfilms.org/of shadows