Ode to Book People (2020)

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Booklovers, booksellers, storytellers and writers can easily squeeze into various demos of important issues. This documentary brings this group of people in the limelight, discussing the value of art space in bookshops. The book-loving director Kong King Chu visited independent bookshops in Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia for three to four years, tried to understand how a bookshop can become a dynamic, inspiring and heartwarming space, even these booksellers carry different attitude towards life, books and community, as well as management beliefs. These booksellers do not care about the commercial value emphasized by the capitalist society and they are content in their own way by sharing their enthusiasm about books with the others in spite of all difficulties. Thus, they keep trying new methods to sharpen their touch on social issues and become an important starting point for the general public to reflect upon conflicts in our society.

Director: Kong King-chu
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date:
Country: Hong Kong
Language: 普通话
Original Language: cn

Keywords

bookshop, singapore, malaysia, hong kong, independent film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ode to Book People about?
Booklovers, booksellers, storytellers and writers can easily squeeze into various demos of important issues. This documentary brings this group of people in the limelight, discussing the value of art space in bookshops. The book-loving director Kong King Chu visited independent bookshops in Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia for three to four years, tried to understand how a bookshop can become a dynamic, inspiring and heartwarming space, even these booksellers carry different attitude towards life, books and community, as well as management beliefs. These booksellers do not care about the commercial value emphasized by the capitalist society and they are content in their own way by sharing their enthusiasm about books with the others in spite of all difficulties. Thus, they keep trying new methods to sharpen their touch on social issues and become an important starting point for the general public to reflect upon conflicts in our society.
Who directed Ode to Book People?
Ode to Book People was directed by Kong King-chu.
How long is Ode to Book People?
Ode to Book People has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
What genre is Ode to Book People?
Ode to Book People is a Documentary film.
Where was Ode to Book People produced?
Ode to Book People was produced in Hong Kong.