Balance of the Five Elements
2021•1h 40m•8.0•Released
Documentary
The Chinese philosophy of the Five Elements postulates that everything in our universe is based on wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. While traveling through China’s stunning landscapes and witnessing the seasons, this documentary seeks not only the roots of this ancient theory but also the continuing impacts on modern China.
Director
Jan-Hinrik Drevs
Languages
Mandarin, English, French
Studio
Beetz Brothers Film Production
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