From Harling Point
Synopsis
This documentary tells the story of a Chinese cemetery in BC that became a National Heritage site. For Chinese pioneers who died in Canada, Victoria's Chinese Cemetery at Harling Point was a temporary resting place until their bones could be returned home. (Traditional Chinese belief says that the soul of a person who dies in a foreign place wanders lost until their bones are returned home.) This film traces the rich history of the Vancouver Island cemetery from controversy and neglect to its revival as a historic site. Told by those closest to it, the story of Harling Point is a metaphor for Canada, a country still working on making a home for all who live within its borders.
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- Director
- Ling Chiu
- Screenplay & Story
- Don White
- Original Score
- Anna Hostman
- Original Title
- From Harling Point
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ling Chiu
Don White
Anna Hostman
Janice Brown
Graydon McCrea, Svend-Erik Erikson, Rina Fraticelli, Selwyn Jacob
Department Leadership Roster
Anna Hostman
Original Music Composer
Ling Chiu
Director
Selwyn Jacob
Producer
Janice Brown
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About From Harling Point
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What is From Harling Point about?
This documentary tells the story of a Chinese cemetery in BC that became a National Heritage site. For Chinese pioneers who died in Canada, Victoria's Chinese Cemetery at Harling Point was a temporary resting place until their bones could be returned home. (Traditional Chinese belief says that the soul of a person who dies in a foreign place wanders lost until their bones are returned home.) This film traces the rich history of the Vancouver Island cemetery from controversy and neglect to its revival as a historic site. Told by those closest to it, the story of Harling Point is a metaphor for Canada, a country still working on making a home for all who live within its borders.
Who directed From Harling Point?
From Harling Point was directed by Ling Chiu.
Who stars in From Harling Point?
The principal cast of From Harling Point includes Laara Ong, Jim Wong-Chu, Charlayne Thornton-Joe, Edna Chow, David C.Y. Lai.
When was From Harling Point released and how long is it?
From Harling Point was released in 2003 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for From Harling Point?
The original motion picture soundtrack for From Harling Point was composed by Anna Hostman.