Summaries

First-ever Tibetan-language anthology feature film, exploring the profound themes of statelessness and migration through four poignant stories of Tibetans living in exile. The film captures the painful realities of a scattered people.

State of Statelessness, the first-ever Tibetan-language anthology feature film, comprises four short segments directed by Tibetan filmmakers living in exile in India, America and Vietnam. Each film delves into the profound themes of statelessness and migration, and captures the poignant realities of Tibetans scattered across the globe. In one story, a Tibetan father in Vietnam shares with his young daughter how the Mekong River, starting in his homeland, flows into the sea in their new country. In another, two sisters come together in a bittersweet reunion to cremate their late mother, only to find that years of separation have woven complex predicaments that they must struggle to untangle. The third film follows Sonam, who is in the midst of recovering from a family tragedy, when a visit by a long-lost school friend from America forces him and his wife to confront the fragility of their lives. In the final tale, a son returns to his deceased father's home in Dharamshala, where he experiences a glimpse into his past and stumbles upon a secret that challenges his understanding of his heritage and identity.

Details

Genres
  • Drama
Release date Oct 2, 2024
Countries of origin United States India Vietnam
Official sites Production Company
Language English Vietnamese Tibetan
Filming locations Ho Chi Minh City
Production companies Drung Films

Box office

Budget $100000

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 46m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 16 : 9

Synopsis

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