The Words Are Not What You Meant (2017)

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A stranger's quest in Chicago, particularly Chinatown, for a sense of being in a uncertain time. It derives from experiences of translation and transportation, negotiations with foreignness and intimacy, and attempts to physically and emotionally inhabit a place.

Director: Jiayi Chen
Runtime: 12 min
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Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jiayi Chen

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What is The Words Are Not What You Meant about?
A stranger's quest in Chicago, particularly Chinatown, for a sense of being in a uncertain time. It derives from experiences of translation and transportation, negotiations with foreignness and intimacy, and attempts to physically and emotionally inhabit a place.
Who directed The Words Are Not What You Meant?
The Words Are Not What You Meant was directed by Jiayi Chen.
How long is The Words Are Not What You Meant?
The Words Are Not What You Meant has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
Where was The Words Are Not What You Meant produced?
The Words Are Not What You Meant was produced in United States of America.