The Songs of Rice

The Songs of Rice

2014 · 75 min · ★ 5.2 · Documentary

In Thailand, a hymn to rice need not always be sung. A dance, or spectacular homemade fireworks can say the same thing. As can a film, as is convincingly demonstrated by this lyrical, beautifully filmed homage to this essential staple food.

Directed by Uruphong Raksasad · Written by Uruphong Raksasad

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