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81 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

Two sisters return to their village in the Himalayas after losing their jobs in Beijing, facing the challenges of modernity and their traditional Mosuo culture.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Jua Ma and La Tsuo, sisters from the Mosuo tribe.
  • Find out about the unique concept of walking marriages.
  • See the contrast between Beijing life and Himalayan traditions.

Did You Know

  • The Mosuo tribe is one of the last matriarchal societies in the world.
  • Jua Ma and La Tsuo were followed for over two years during filming.
  • The film won Best Documentary Film at the Rural Route Film Festival in 2012.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 81 minutes.

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Matriarchal societiesCultural anthropologyDocumentary enthusiasts
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Who directed The Mosuo Sisters?

The Mosuo Sisters was directed by Marlo Poras.

What is the duration of The Mosuo Sisters?

The Mosuo Sisters has a duration of 81 minutes.

What award did The Mosuo Sisters win?

The Mosuo Sisters won the Best Documentary Film award at the Rural Route Film Festival.

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