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- From One Generation to Another!
What is it like to be a son or daughter of first generation migrants far from the land of your ancestors?
Would you feel more comfortable in the country of your birth or your supposed country of origin?
From China to Malaysia to England, the Chinese have spanned across the globe and made their mark. What traditions and beliefs are passed down? How hard is it to communicate across generations?
The documentary “How far do leaves fall?” by Director Rose Kelly and Co-Director / Editor Christopher Chow delves deep into the topics of immigration, culture and identity. Even though the film features the British Chinese community in the United Kingdom, the theme of finding a true sense of belonging is universal to one and all.
The documentary features the oral histories of the older UK Chinese generations and their stories of moving from Malaysia, Hong Kong and China and the hardships they encountered as they sought to establish themselves in their new homes. The interviews were carried out by the younger British Chinese generations for whom China is a far away distant land. For many, the UK is the only home they truly know. Via the interview process, the elder and younger generations come to have a sense of empathy and a greater respect is forged.
One main topic raised is immigration; which is a hot contentious issue sometimes viewed negatively but legal migration has many advantages:
* A greater supply of unskilled workers
* A younger workforce
* Skilled workers in understaffed sectors
Via the piece, viewers will learn about:
* Chinese and British history.
* Life in the UK as an immigrant.
* The Overseas Chinese Diasporas and their stories of hardship and triumph all around the world.
* Oral History – The verbal process of passing history down from generation to generation.
“How Far Do Leaves fall” is an interesting look at immigration, culture and the concept of home. As millions move around the world to make a living, the core message of a sense of belonging and identity will resonate with many.
Recommended!
“HOW FAR DO LEAVES FALL?” DIRECTOR CHRISTOPHER CHOW - FROM ONE GENERATION TO ANOTHER!
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