Bukit Brown Voices
An 8-lane roadway is set to cut through Singapore's oldest cemetery, Bukit Brown, as descendants honor their ancestors during the Qing Ming festival.
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An 8-lane roadway is set to cut through Singapore's oldest cemetery, Bukit Brown, as descendants honor their ancestors during the Qing Ming festival.
Synopsis
Bukit Brown cemetery, Singapore's oldest burial ground, faces imminent change as the government plans to construct an 8-lane roadway through its heart. During the Qing Ming grave-sweeping festival in 2011, descendants of those interred in the cemetery share their stories and participate in rituals that have been passed down through generations. The film captures the vibrant memories associated with this site, revealing a hidden beauty in Singapore that contrasts sharply with the city's modern skyline.
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