Blue Island (Chan Tze Woon, 2022)

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Location: Rubenstein Arts Center Film Theater

Blue Island
(Chan Tze Woon, 2022, 98 min, Hong Kong, Cantonese and Mandarin w/ English subtitles, DCP)

-- Introduced by Prof. Carlos Rojas (AMES)

This cinematic tapestry of contemporary Hong Kong weaves together the memories of older generations’ historical experiences with the struggles of the younger generation striving to preserve their freedom today. Images flow between documentary and drama, blending archival materials, interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, weaving an expansive tapestry that encompasses these tumultuous eras…

“Poignant; shows the heartache and frustration of generations of Hongkongers.” POV Magazine

“Deeply rewarding… poignant, personal stories. Constructs a sweeping history of dissent in Hong Kong over the course of decades.” Redefine Magazine


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Contact: Hank Okazaki

Email: hokazak@duke.edu

Sponsor: Duke Cinematic Arts

Co-Sponsors: Asian/Pacific Studies Institute