Rice Distribution
Originally released in 2003. Rice Distribution is a documentary film. directed by Tammy Cheung. At just 35 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The Ghost Festival takes place during the seventh lunar month. The gates of hell are opened to free the hungry ghosts who wander the world seeking food. During this month, Chinese pay tribute to their ancestors and offer food to the deceased to appease them and ward off bad luck. In Hong Kong, besides staging ceremonies to honor the dead, many Taoist organizations also give away rice to the elderly and the poor. The rice distribution depicted in this film was one of the largest events, and attracted over eight thousand people. The event was scheduled to last from nine in the morning to six in the evening. In order to ensure a place in the line, most of the participants arrived before dawn.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 2003
23 years ago
Runtime
0h 35m
35 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
CN
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Distribution about?
The Ghost Festival takes place during the seventh lunar month. The gates of hell are opened to free the hungry ghosts who wander the world seeking food. During this month, Chinese pay tribute to th...
Who directed Rice Distribution?
Rice Distribution was directed by Tammy Cheung.
How long is Rice Distribution?
Rice Distribution has a runtime of 0 hours and 35 minutes (35 minutes total).
When was Rice Distribution released?
Rice Distribution was released on January 2, 2003 in theaters.