K'sai chivit : Threads of life / David A. Feingold, producer-director ; Television Kampuchea ; an Ophidian Films Ltd./TVK co-production for UNESCO.
| Format | Video (Streaming) |
| Publication Info | Watertown, MA : Documentary Educational Resources, 2007. |
| Description | 1 streaming video (20 min.) |
| Supplemental Content | Access restricted to subscribers |
| Subjects |
| Other author/creator | Feingold, David A. |
| Other author/creator | Documentary Educational Resources (Firm) |
| Other author/creator | Ophidian Films Ltd. |
| Other author/creator | Television Kampuchea. |
| Other author/creator | Unesco. |
| Parallel title | Threads of life |
| Abstract | Explores the sacred art of Khmer silk weaving and the role it plays in the life of a young Cambodian woman, Um Lao. This ancient art was almost lost but orgnizations like UNESCO have set up training programs to revitalize the art. The film depicts the master weaver and his student as they weave and sell their cloth. The film also focuses on the social and psychological impact this has on Um Lao. |
| General note | Documentary. |
| Date/time/place of a event note | Originally produced in 1994. |
| Language | English narration; some dialogue in Cambodian with English voice-overs; title and credits also in Cambodian. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |