When the Cricket Sings (2007)

When the Cricket Sings (2007) poster

The video offers a nocturnal glimpse of Shanghai street life, depicting one of the typical neighbourhoods disappearing under the city’s urban development. The improvised sound track is a duet orchestrated for the ancient Chinese instrument the guzheng1 and for the cricket that sings only at night.

Director: Sara Angelucci
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:
Music: Liu Le
Cinematography: Sara Angelucci
Country: China
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Sara Angelucci

Frequently Asked Questions

What is When the Cricket Sings about?
The video offers a nocturnal glimpse of Shanghai street life, depicting one of the typical neighbourhoods disappearing under the city’s urban development. The improvised sound track is a duet orchestrated for the ancient Chinese instrument the guzheng1 and for the cricket that sings only at night.
Who directed When the Cricket Sings?
When the Cricket Sings was directed by Sara Angelucci.
How long is When the Cricket Sings?
When the Cricket Sings has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
Where was When the Cricket Sings produced?
When the Cricket Sings was produced in China.