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El Chivo
directed by Rod Murphy, 1971-; produced by Rod Murphy, 1971-, Mickey Mahaffey, fl. 2016, Todd Lester and Gina B. Murphy, fl. 2016, Industrious Productions and 614 Films (New York, NY: Shami Media Group, 2016), 1 hour 19 mins
'El Chivo' is what the indigenous Tarahumara Indians of Mexico's Copper Canyons call runner Will Harlan ever since he won the Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon in 2009. It chronicles what motivates Harlan to live life this deliberately by showing the physical and mental demands while also detailing the toll it takes on...
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directed by Rod Murphy, 1971-; produced by Rod Murphy, 1971-, Mickey Mahaffey, fl. 2016, Todd Lester and Gina B. Murphy, fl. 2016, Industrious Productions and 614 Films (New York, NY: Shami Media Group, 2016), 1 hour 19 mins
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'El Chivo' is what the indigenous Tarahumara Indians of Mexico's Copper Canyons call runner Will Harlan ever since he won the Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon in 2009. It chronicles what motivates Harlan to live life this deliberately by showing the physical and mental demands while also detailing the toll it takes on the family of an altruistic, elite Ultra Marathoner.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Rod Murphy, 1971-, Mickey Mahaffey, fl. 2016, Todd Lester, Gina B. Murphy, fl. 2016, Industrious Productions, 614 Films
Author / Creator
Rod Murphy, 1971-
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Shami Media Group
Person Discussed
Will Harlan, 1975-
Topic / Theme
Tarahumara
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Choqela: Only Interpretation
directed by John Cohen, 1932-; produced by John Cohen, 1932- (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1987), 12 mins
This provocative and profound film documents the Choqela ceremony, an agricultural ritual and song of the Aymara Indians of Peru. By offering several different translations of the proceedings, the film acknowledges the problems of interpretation as an inherent dilemma of anthropology."Choqela" will stimulate thoug...
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directed by John Cohen, 1932-; produced by John Cohen, 1932- (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1987), 12 mins
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This provocative and profound film documents the Choqela ceremony, an agricultural ritual and song of the Aymara Indians of Peru. By offering several different translations of the proceedings, the film acknowledges the problems of interpretation as an inherent dilemma of anthropology."Choqela" will stimulate thought and discussion in courses in cultural anthropology, Latin American studies, comparative religion, and any course in which the proble...
This provocative and profound film documents the Choqela ceremony, an agricultural ritual and song of the Aymara Indians of Peru. By offering several different translations of the proceedings, the film acknowledges the problems of interpretation as an inherent dilemma of anthropology."Choqela" will stimulate thought and discussion in courses in cultural anthropology, Latin American studies, comparative religion, and any course in which the problems of interpreting cultural identities and events are considered. It was produced by renowned filmmaker and musician John Cohen.
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Date Written / Recorded
1987
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
John Cohen, 1932-
Author / Creator
John Cohen, 1932-
Date Published / Released
1987
Publisher
Berkeley Media
Topic / Theme
Translations, Hunting, Folk dance, Religious rites and ceremonies, Aymara
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1987 Berkeley Media
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Cities in China, Beijing
directed by Peter C. Wang, fl. 1981; produced by Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986, in Cities in China (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1981), 46 mins,
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This acclaimed documentary -- from the classic three-part 'Cities in China Series' -- conveys the texture and flavor of the venerable Chinese capital through a close-up look at a number of its inhabitants, both young and old, with varied and fascinating backgrounds. Their stories unfold against the backdrop of a t...
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directed by Peter C. Wang, fl. 1981; produced by Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986, in Cities in China (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1981), 46 mins,
Source: www.berkeleymedia.com
Source: www.berkeleymedia.com
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This acclaimed documentary -- from the classic three-part 'Cities in China Series' -- conveys the texture and flavor of the venerable Chinese capital through a close-up look at a number of its inhabitants, both young and old, with varied and fascinating backgrounds. Their stories unfold against the backdrop of a timeless but rapidly changing metropolis. The gold and vermilion roofs of the Forbidden Palace, recalling the splendor of the imperial p...
This acclaimed documentary -- from the classic three-part 'Cities in China Series' -- conveys the texture and flavor of the venerable Chinese capital through a close-up look at a number of its inhabitants, both young and old, with varied and fascinating backgrounds. Their stories unfold against the backdrop of a timeless but rapidly changing metropolis. The gold and vermilion roofs of the Forbidden Palace, recalling the splendor of the imperial past, still dominate the center of the city, but highrise apartment buildings are encroaching upon traditional single-story neighborhoods and are dramatically changing the skyline. Highlights include a backstage tour of the Peking Opera, a family reunion of four generations previously dispersed to far-flung outposts, and an interview with the brother of China's last emperor.
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Field of Study
Asian Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986, James Hong, 1929-
Author / Creator
Peter C. Wang, fl. 1981
Date Published / Released
1981
Publisher
Berkeley Media
Series
Cities in China
Speaker / Narrator
James Hong, 1929-
Topic / Theme
History, City life, Tourist attractions, Chinese
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1981 Berkeley Media
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Cities in China, Suzhou
directed by Shirley Sun, fl. 1980 and Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986; produced by Shirley Sun, fl. 1980 and Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986, in Cities in China (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1981), 29 mins
Known for centuries as the center of Chinese culture and aesthetics, this Yangzi delta city has often been called the 'Venice of the East' because of its many canals and bridges. This beautifully filmed portrait of the city leads the viewer through markets and teahouses, sweet shops and bookstores, rice paddies an...
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directed by Shirley Sun, fl. 1980 and Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986; produced by Shirley Sun, fl. 1980 and Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986, in Cities in China (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1981), 29 mins
Description
Known for centuries as the center of Chinese culture and aesthetics, this Yangzi delta city has often been called the 'Venice of the East' because of its many canals and bridges. This beautifully filmed portrait of the city leads the viewer through markets and teahouses, sweet shops and bookstores, rice paddies and fish stalls, and two of Suzhou's exquisite gardens.The film -- from the classic three-part 'Cities in China Series' -- explores the p...
Known for centuries as the center of Chinese culture and aesthetics, this Yangzi delta city has often been called the 'Venice of the East' because of its many canals and bridges. This beautifully filmed portrait of the city leads the viewer through markets and teahouses, sweet shops and bookstores, rice paddies and fish stalls, and two of Suzhou's exquisite gardens.The film -- from the classic three-part 'Cities in China Series' -- explores the process of silk cultivation, long a Suzhou specialty, and shows the preparation of a regional meal in a simple home kitchen. Two elegant young women sing in a garden, evoking the celebrated days of the literati gathering. An expressive storyteller recounts a traditional epic, enhancing his tale with the sound effect of drum rolls and charging horses.The film concludes with visits to two of Suzhou's famed gardens: the Net Master's Garden and the Garden of the Humble Politician. Whether sensed in these fabled gardens, or evoked in the banter of elderly gentlemen taking tea together, a persistent devotion to basic moral values in shown to be intrinsic to Suzhou life.
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Field of Study
Asian Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Shirley Sun, fl. 1980, Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986
Author / Creator
Shirley Sun, fl. 1980, Li Sue Yung, fl. 1984-1986
Date Published / Released
1981
Publisher
Berkeley Media
Series
Cities in China
Topic / Theme
Social customs, Work life, Cultural life, Chinese
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1981 Berkeley Media
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Citizen Hong Kong
directed by Ruby Yang, fl. 1982-2016; produced by K. Bik Films (San Francisco, CA: Center for Asian American Media, 1999), 1 hour 27 mins
This multi-layered portrait examines San Francisco filmmaker Ruby Yang’s childhood home in its first year of postcolonial existence. In 1997, as the long-anticipated handover of the city from British rule to Chinese authority was about to occur, Yang returned to see the transition for herself. Instead of mirrori...
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directed by Ruby Yang, fl. 1982-2016; produced by K. Bik Films (San Francisco, CA: Center for Asian American Media, 1999), 1 hour 27 mins
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This multi-layered portrait examines San Francisco filmmaker Ruby Yang’s childhood home in its first year of postcolonial existence. In 1997, as the long-anticipated handover of the city from British rule to Chinese authority was about to occur, Yang returned to see the transition for herself. Instead of mirroring mainstream news reporting, Yang intimately explores the everyday lives of the people of Hong Kong, showing how the city’s ever cha...
This multi-layered portrait examines San Francisco filmmaker Ruby Yang’s childhood home in its first year of postcolonial existence. In 1997, as the long-anticipated handover of the city from British rule to Chinese authority was about to occur, Yang returned to see the transition for herself. Instead of mirroring mainstream news reporting, Yang intimately explores the everyday lives of the people of Hong Kong, showing how the city’s ever changing dynamics and energy shaped them. CITIZEN HONG KONG does this by intimately following five individuals who represent a diverse cross section of Hong Kong youth.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Ruby Yang, fl. 1982-2016, K. Bik Films
Author / Creator
Ruby Yang, fl. 1982-2016
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
Center for Asian American Media
Topic / Theme
Cultural identity, Immigrant populations, Cultural change and history, Urban life, Chinese
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1999 by Center for Asian American Media
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A City Rising From the Sea
directed by Feisal Malik, fl. 1999; produced by Feisal Malik, fl. 1999 (Nairobi, Nairobi Area District: Africa24 Media, 2016), 47 mins
A city born from the sea. This is a documentary of the works of nature and man in the reclamation of land from the Atlantic Ocean to create ultra-modern green city in Lagos, Nigeria.
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directed by Feisal Malik, fl. 1999; produced by Feisal Malik, fl. 1999 (Nairobi, Nairobi Area District: Africa24 Media, 2016), 47 mins
Description
A city born from the sea. This is a documentary of the works of nature and man in the reclamation of land from the Atlantic Ocean to create ultra-modern green city in Lagos, Nigeria.
Field of Study
Business & Economics
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Feisal Malik, fl. 1999, Macharia Maina, fl. 2009
Author / Creator
Feisal Malik, fl. 1999
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Africa24 Media
Speaker / Narrator
Macharia Maina, fl. 2009
Topic / Theme
City planning
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2016 Africa24 Media
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CNN Special Report, Iconic Hanoi
produced by Cable News Network (CNN), in CNN Special Report (Atlanta, GA: Cable News Network (CNN), 2019), 23 mins
Explore Vietnam’s capital in the realms of style, business, technology and the environment – capturing elements iconic to the city and looking at how they have evolved.
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produced by Cable News Network (CNN), in CNN Special Report (Atlanta, GA: Cable News Network (CNN), 2019), 23 mins
Description
Explore Vietnam’s capital in the realms of style, business, technology and the environment – capturing elements iconic to the city and looking at how they have evolved.
Field of Study
Asian Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Cable News Network (CNN)
Date Published / Released
2019
Publisher
Cable News Network (CNN)
Series
CNN Special Report
Topic / Theme
Vietnamese
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2019 CNN Newsource Sales, Inc.
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CNN Special Report, Iconic Singapore
produced by Cable News Network (CNN), in CNN Special Report (Atlanta, GA: Cable News Network (CNN), 2019), 23 mins
We journey to Singapore, an island city-nation that’s been defined by its transformation; meet the iconic athletes, artists and serious socializers shaping a new Singapore.
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produced by Cable News Network (CNN), in CNN Special Report (Atlanta, GA: Cable News Network (CNN), 2019), 23 mins
Description
We journey to Singapore, an island city-nation that’s been defined by its transformation; meet the iconic athletes, artists and serious socializers shaping a new Singapore.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Cable News Network (CNN)
Date Published / Released
2019
Publisher
Cable News Network (CNN)
Series
CNN Special Report
Topic / Theme
Singaporeans
Copyright Message
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Coach Zoran and His African Tigers
directed by Sam Benstead, fl. 2005; produced by Century Films (Paris, Ile-de-France: CAT&Docs, 2013), 1 hour
A native of Pirot in Serbia, Zoran has had an extraordinary career, coaching in countries such as Bangladesh, Phillipines, Sudan and Yemen. But nothing could prepare him for attempting to build a team from scratch in a nation rated as amongst the most undeveloped in the world. The film follows Zoran's team over it...
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directed by Sam Benstead, fl. 2005; produced by Century Films (Paris, Ile-de-France: CAT&Docs, 2013), 1 hour
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A native of Pirot in Serbia, Zoran has had an extraordinary career, coaching in countries such as Bangladesh, Phillipines, Sudan and Yemen. But nothing could prepare him for attempting to build a team from scratch in a nation rated as amongst the most undeveloped in the world. The film follows Zoran's team over its first year. Under intense pressure, the football team compete in their first ever major international tournament, overcoming malaria,...
A native of Pirot in Serbia, Zoran has had an extraordinary career, coaching in countries such as Bangladesh, Phillipines, Sudan and Yemen. But nothing could prepare him for attempting to build a team from scratch in a nation rated as amongst the most undeveloped in the world. The film follows Zoran's team over its first year. Under intense pressure, the football team compete in their first ever major international tournament, overcoming malaria, death and poverty. Amidst the chaos a fascinating portrait emerges of the birth of a nation.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Zoran Djordjevic, 1952-, Century Films
Author / Creator
Sam Benstead, fl. 2005
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
CAT&Docs
Topic / Theme
Soccer
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 Film Platform
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Coming Home for Chinese New Year: Homecoming Express
presented by Chen Xiaonan, 1973-; produced by Phoenix Satellite Television Company Limited (Hong Kong (State): Phoenix TV, 2011), 29 mins
“Spring Festival Transport Peak” Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in China. Workers in major cities return to their hometowns and celebrate the festival with their families. More than one billion people travel to and from cities and towns during this period. Public transporta...
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presented by Chen Xiaonan, 1973-; produced by Phoenix Satellite Television Company Limited (Hong Kong (State): Phoenix TV, 2011), 29 mins
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“Spring Festival Transport Peak” Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in China. Workers in major cities return to their hometowns and celebrate the festival with their families. More than one billion people travel to and from cities and towns during this period. Public transportation is put under enormous pressure. This phenomenon is called “Spring Festival Transport Peak”.
Phoenix TV invites you to board a north...
“Spring Festival Transport Peak” Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in China. Workers in major cities return to their hometowns and celebrate the festival with their families. More than one billion people travel to and from cities and towns during this period. Public transportation is put under enormous pressure. This phenomenon is called “Spring Festival Transport Peak”.
Phoenix TV invites you to board a northbound train at the Guangzhou Railway Station and embark on a homecoming journey with billions of Chinese people during the “Spring Festival Transport Peak”.
"The Journey Begins"
Guangzhou Railway Station is the hub of the major railway lines in Guangdong, China. Two weeks before Chinese New Year, workers will flock to this station and begin their long and arduous journey back home. Here, with one’s train ticket, money and identification snatched by pickpockets, going home will be an impossible challenge.
"Homecoming Express"
The northbound train from Guangzhou is extraordinarily crowded this time of the year. Passengers are being confined to the cabin for 18 grueling hours. Some does not even have seats. Train conductor Liu Bingxun had the impossible task of patrolling cabins and taking care of the passengers’ emotional and physical needs.
Field of Study
Asian Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Phoenix Satellite Television Company Limited
Author / Creator
Chen Xiaonan, 1973-
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Phoenix TV
Topic / Theme
Chinese
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 Phoenix Satellite Television Company Limited
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