Phoenix
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Phoenix is a documentary/music film. directed by Zheng Bo. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mubarak Essa Muhammad Essa, Khalid Mohammad Mohammad, and Hamid Ali Muhammad Umar
Synopsis
Zheng Bo collaborates with seven Pakistani farmers living and working on a date palm farm outside Dubai to make a dance. The project celebrates the beauty of the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) and the skill of these stewards, highlighting intimate relations cultivated over millennia, vital to the economy and culture of the region. Phoenix underscores the contribution of diasporic farmers to regional agriculture, while also drawing attention to the growing phenomenon of climate-induced migration, which in the coming decades is estimated to affect over a billion people, many of them in Asia.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- XX
Production Companies
- Lahore Biennale Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix about?
Zheng Bo collaborates with seven Pakistani farmers living and working on a date palm farm outside Dubai to make a dance. The project celebrates the beauty of the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) and...
Who directed Phoenix?
Phoenix was directed by Zheng Bo.
How long is Phoenix?
Phoenix has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Phoenix released?
Phoenix was released on October 5, 2024 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Phoenix?
The main cast of Phoenix includes Mubarak Essa Muhammad Essa, Khalid Mohammad Mohammad, Hamid Ali Muhammad Umar, Safi Ullah Muhammad Sharif, Zain Ullabideen Karim Bakhsh.