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Documenting Adolescence: Life, Struggles, and Mutual Support

Our documentary series delves deep into the intricate tapestry of adolescent life, capturing youth's raw, unfiltered essence. We shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by teenagers within the confines of their homes, from navigating familial expectations to grappling with personal identity amidst societal pressures. But our narrative doesn't stop at highlighting struggles. We also celebrate the power of mutual support. Through poignant stories and candid interviews, we showcase how communities come together, fostering an environment where adolescents feel seen, heard, and understood. Our documentaries serve as a testament to the resilience of youth and the strength of collective empathy. Join us on this cinematic journey as we explore the highs and lows of adolescence and the societal bonds that uplift and sustain them.

The Bitter Blossom of the Plums: Yunnan Fruits Revealed

Anaguo Village is located in Yunnan, a place with a splendid ethnic culture. In August 2022, we ventured to this place with his children through fields of wild berries and forests rich in mushrooms. Conversations with three ethnic groups over two weeks revealed a surprising finding: locals have limited knowledge of the country’s constitution. Instead, unwritten customary laws govern their lives. Notable is the lack of a large police force. Instead, the order is maintained by local primary schools, older family members, and village elders. This documentary delves into informal social controls in villages, how they shape the behavioral choices of rural youth and the unique dynamics that maintain order in rural China.
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The Dark Side of the Sun

This English play titled "The Dark Side of the Sun" was directed by Kayla and created in 2021 with the theme of campus bullying. It incorporates content related to trauma cognition, behavioral disorders, and peer counseling psychology. The work won the first prize in the Beijing division of the "Hope China" competition in 2021.

The Healers Ⅰ：Jan, 2022

According to the National Institutes of Health, over 60% of Chinese doctors have dealt with doctor-patient or medical disputes. However, beneath these numbers is a human narrative that is often overlooked. In January 2022, our nine-person team focused on AnGang General Hospital, specifically from the director's perspective. Despite the widely held belief that doctors prioritize patient care, we aimed to dig further. The Documentary The Healers takes viewers on an intimate journey with three physicians. By removing layers of caregiving, medical competence, patience, and proficiency, we want to undermine the symbolic image of the "healer." Instead, we portray a more complete picture of these medical professionals as humans - not simply caretakers but also persons deserving of compassion, respect, and care.

The Healers Ⅱ：Jan, 2024

Inspired by The Healers I, in January 2024, a new group of ambitious high school students arrived at Anshan, Dongbei to document the doctors at AnSteel General Hospital. Aiming to further reveal realistic and holistic images of the healers, we followed a head nurse and an anesthetist to learn about the interaction of their diverse roles as parents, siblings, colleagues, leaders, and communicators.

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