The final custodians of an eternal, nomadic Chinese art form
In short: Follow the last remaining nomadic opera troupes as they navigate northern China's rural landscapes. This documentary captures a fading tradition fighting against rapid modernization and massive rural migration to keep ancestral songs alive.
The film follows performers of «Jinju», an ancient art form that has served as popular entertainment for centuries, primarily used to honor the gods. These troupes act as the final custodians of this cultural heritage, traveling day after day through isolated communities. Despite a bleak future caused by fast-paced global changes and significant rural flight, the performers continue their journey. Their primary goal is to transmit the values and traditions of Jinju to younger generations before the art form reaches its end.
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