20th New York Asian Film Festival

Aug 6-22, 2021

Photo: © 2021 Xstream Pictures

North American Premiere

A Song for You

他与罗耶戴尔

Proud country boy Ngawang comes to the city convinced that he can win the indigenous song contest. There he meets a bewitching woman, whom he believes to be the Tibetan goddess of knowledge, art, and music. She proves herself a muse regardless, inspiring him to record an album and make a name for himself. Multiple misadventures and a wacky road trip ensue, as Ngawang meets colorful characters and hears a diversity of eye-opening musical performances. Imbued with illuminating ethnographic charms and fleeting romantic overtures, _A Song for You _grapples with the innate quest to define the human experience. Produced by Jia Zhangke and Pema Tseden, this striking directorial debut by sound designer and composer Dukar Tserang marks him as a promising talent.

Director: Dukar Tserang
Cast: Pema Gyal, Thashi Dorje, Tandrin Tsering, Damtin Tserang
Languages: Mandarin and Tibetan with English subtitles
2020; 93 min.

SCHEDULE:

Saturday August 14, 1:00pm
SVA Theatre

AVAILABLE: Aug 14, 1:00 PM - Aug 14, 2:33 PM