A Year in the Clouds (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2011, A Year in the Clouds is a documentary film directed by Dean Johnson, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. High in the mountains of Taiwan, is the remote village of Smangus. Inhabited by a unique group of indigenous people called the Tayal, Smangus is the only place in Taiwan that now practices common ownership of land and property. This is a place where nature and man have found balance. Now, witness every part of the lives of these people, through pain and joy, and experience the unique bonds formed with the ancient trees around them, in a film that documents A Year In The Clouds - a year amongst the sacred forests of this tribe.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, A Year in the Clouds sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Year in the Clouds page.
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- Where can I watch A Year in the Clouds (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Year in the Clouds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Year in the Clouds worth watching?
- A Year in the Clouds holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was A Year in the Clouds released?
- A Year in the Clouds was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.