Project Description

Length: 12mins 36sec
Director:Sonetta Ducan

An exploration of the tea and music culture in Kaifeng, the Song Dynasty and China through the eyes and lens of a foreigner. Shot in locations such as a cultural museum, a commercial tea house, a music school and studio. This film contains footage of traditional tea ceremonies, educational teachings, speeches, interviews, the city Wall, cultural performances, and other sites and experiences around Kaifeng. Through this film, you will learn about the significance of both tea and music on each other, on Kaifeng citizens, as well as China and the global economy.