In the Life of Music, a story told in three chapters, tells of how one song 'Champa Battambang,' made famous by Sinn Sisamuth (the King of Khmer Music), plays a role in the lives of three di... Read allIn the Life of Music, a story told in three chapters, tells of how one song 'Champa Battambang,' made famous by Sinn Sisamuth (the King of Khmer Music), plays a role in the lives of three different generations.In the Life of Music, a story told in three chapters, tells of how one song 'Champa Battambang,' made famous by Sinn Sisamuth (the King of Khmer Music), plays a role in the lives of three different generations.
- Awards
- 8 wins & 3 nominations total
Thouna Kanika
- Bopha
- (as Thouna Kanika Sou)
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It was a beautifully made movie that warms the heart and brings tears trickling down... loved it! Thank you for making the movies that shows the power of music!
The miracle of this film that Caylee So and Sok Vishal brought into timeless existence, is that it breaths not only life into one of the darkest experiences of humanity - but exhales love. It draws on the creative prowess of young Cambodian actors, blends seamlessly a story told in both English and Khemer, and reverberates with hope that love, like music endures... I feel the partnership of Caylee and Sok who brought such breathtaking performances from the children actors in the film, with their talented crew of editor, cowriter, sound and cinemagraphic artists, in partnership with producers and the heart and soul of the Cambodian community in America, and those in Cambodia who made this film happen - achieved a beautiful miracle. This is a priceless addition to the film record of the contribution to our human family by Cambodia and Cambodians.
Incredible cinematic timepiece that retells the importance of holding onto 'the soul of a nation' in the face of complete eradication. This film was meticulously directed with a aura of somber while the powerful cinematography expertly showcases the story of the young woman's quest to reconnect with her own somber but powerful past. The interwoven drama and history of Cambodia is defined by the art and music of the Khmer, much of which would have been forever destroyed and lost if it wasn't for the those who held onto their last breath to preserve it... to preserve it with their lives until their demise... authentical, educational, and something to be cherished because it is a largely unrecognized and forgotten human story that cannot be repeated ever again in all of humanity.
PS. It does no service to anyone when there are certain reviews of certain regions that would attempt to smear this films' rating as 1* just because of hate and pride. We are all in this together to support the stories that matter.
PS. It does no service to anyone when there are certain reviews of certain regions that would attempt to smear this films' rating as 1* just because of hate and pride. We are all in this together to support the stories that matter.
"In the Life of Music" is an incredibly beautiful and touching story. Wonderfully woven, the music composition, sounds, and narrative...So many layers of emotion---humor, sadness, nostalgia, and hope---I felt it all. I hope everyone has a chance to see it. As a second generation Khmer American, it is incredibly uplifting to see the arts, particularly the cinematic arts, growing in the Khmer diaspora. Pre-war Cambodia, the Khmer Regime, and post-genocide to now...I think we are seeing the start of a new era of stories and artists emerging alongside paying homage to the music, language, and traditions of Cambodia. When people think of "Cambodia", it won't just be about the killing fields or Angkor Wat, but because of films like these, we can also show the richness, potential, and resilience of a people.
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- TriviaIt was selected as the Cambodian entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 92nd Academy Awards.
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- Also known as
- Melodia życia
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $7,238
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $897
- Aug 16, 2020
- Gross worldwide
- $7,238
- Runtime
- 1h 32m(92 min)
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