The Elders
老人们
Synopsis
In the mid-1980s, a dozen old people in Old Latse Village in Shigatse, Tibet, voluntarily organized the reconstruction of the Gyang Temple, which was destroyed in the Cultural Revolution. With the assistance of villagers, the reconstruction took 10 years. In 1995, they had admitted new members and founded a Mani Association. These old people chant Mani collectively for three days every month. In addition, following the ancient practice in the village, they pray for the safety of the villagers by piously worshiping the gods and making offerings to ghosts. But their ultimate purpose is to support any member to complete their final life journey by organizing a vigil and attending his or her funeral.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Su Qing, Ji Dan
- Original Title
- 老人们
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Su Qing, Ji Dan
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Su Qing
Director
Ji Dan
Director
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What is The Elders about?
In the mid-1980s, a dozen old people in Old Latse Village in Shigatse, Tibet, voluntarily organized the reconstruction of the Gyang Temple, which was destroyed in the Cultural Revolution. With the assistance of villagers, the reconstruction took 10 years. In 1995, they had admitted new members and founded a Mani Association. These old people chant Mani collectively for three days every month. In addition, following the ancient practice in the village, they pray for the safety of the villagers by piously worshiping the gods and making offerings to ghosts. But their ultimate purpose is to support any member to complete their final life journey by organizing a vigil and attending his or her funeral.
Who directed The Elders?
The Elders was directed by Su Qing, Ji Dan.
Who stars in The Elders?
The principal cast of The Elders includes Not specified.
When was The Elders released and how long is it?
The Elders was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.