Takes a look at the life style of a 14 year old boy who lives in on a sampan in one of the harbours near Hong Kong. Highlights aspect of commerce and trade in the area and the intrusion of Western values in a traditional life style.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
507514
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Children - Hong Kong
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Hong Kong
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Commerce
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Hong Kong - Social conditions
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Childhood
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Children - Hong Kong
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)