Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century (1999)

This documentary introduces viewers to qigong, a 5,000-year-old method of cultivating and circulating the life energy called qi. It relates some of the history of qigong, as well as scientific evidence of efficacy. We also see qigong used in various contexts in modern China, and hear from Chinese doctors and qigong practitioners. The film was originally produced for the Public Broadcasting Service in the United States.

Director: Francesco Garri Garripoli
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 55 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Francesco Garri Garripoli
Production: Grindstone Films, Wuji Productions, Conscious Wave
Country: United States of America
Language: 普通话, English
Original Language: en

Keywords

martial arts, kung fu, healing, traditional medicine, qigong, energy medicine, western perspective

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century about?
This documentary introduces viewers to qigong, a 5,000-year-old method of cultivating and circulating the life energy called qi. It relates some of the history of qigong, as well as scientific evidence of efficacy. We also see qigong used in various contexts in modern China, and hear from Chinese doctors and qigong practitioners. The film was originally produced for the Public Broadcasting Service in the United States.
Who directed Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century?
Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century was directed by Francesco Garri Garripoli.
Who stars in Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century?
Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century stars James Shigeta, Duan Zhi Liang.
How long is Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century?
Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century?
Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century is a Documentary film.
Where was Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century produced?
Qigong: Ancient Chinese Healing for the 21st Century was produced in United States of America.