Looking China Project - Lens of World Youth Filmmakers
Tea Epicure
In the "Classic of Tea," it is written, "Tea, the splendid gift of the South." In the lush and sun-drenched landscape extending from the high mountain ranges of Guizhou's Miaoling Mountains to the southwest foothills of Leigong Mountain, the climate is characterized by its year-round humidity, abundant sunlight, and a perpetual dance of mist and clouds. It is from this enchanting realm that Yunshang Danzhai draws its name, meaning "Cloud-Top Danzhai." Lu Yu's three-volume "Classic of Tea" has traversed the ages, its pages accumulating the intricate patterns of time like the growth rings of an ancient tree, ultimately becoming the essence of the Niujiao Mountain Tea Plantation.
影片简介
Film Screening
"Not sending it to others before sending it to myself, destined to be a tea lover." The term "tea lover" is the elegant appellation given by people a thousand years ago to Bai Juyi, who had an extreme love for tea. Now, it encounters Wang Qilong in this millen nium.As a couple, they met and bonded through tea. In their 11 years of working hand in hand, they are not only companions who deeply appreciate the nuances of tea but also "tea lovers" who pursue their dreams together.
创作者
Creators
Foreigner
Dinh Trong Vu (Vietnamese)
Keywords: Warmth and Healing
During the time I was shooting in Danzhai, I had been coughing persistently. The teachers and fellow companions within the team showed great concern for my condition. My partner even bought me a lot of medicine, hoping for a speedy recovery, which made me feel incredibly warmed. Throughout the filming process, as I strolled amidst the lush tea plantations, it felt as though I had entered a green sea, where the gentle aroma of tea leaves enveloped me, providing a sense of healing. It was as if my coughing had become much more bearable in this serene environment.
Domestic
Yang Yi (Chinese)
Keywords: Passion
Our team of over twenty individuals embarked on a journey of exploration through the enchanting land of Guizhou, overcoming numerous difficulties and challenges over more than ten days, all for the sake of presenting an exceptional piece of work. For me, it was an endeavor filled with passion. This shoot made me deeply appreciate the purest form of human love and dedication toward a single pursuit, which was the most touching aspect of it all. The self-assurance born from this kind of love is what I consider to be the most beautiful thing.
Chinese version of the article: “看中国·贵州行”|影片展映（三）
