As Life, As Pangcah (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1998, As Life, As Pangcah is a documentary film directed by Mayaw Biho, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. Part oral history, part reflection on a culture at risk of being erased, this documentary presents a deep dialogue between a 93-year-old Pangcah chieftain and an indigenous filmmaker. Through words and songs, hunting trips and weaving of vines, the elderly chieftain lives and embodies the ways of the Pangcah people. He also recounts his frustrated attempts in defending traditional culture against Taiwan's encroaching modernity.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, As Life, As Pangcah 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 As Life, As Pangcah page.
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- Where can I watch As Life, As Pangcah (1998)?
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- Is As Life, As Pangcah worth watching?
- As Life, As Pangcah holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was As Life, As Pangcah released?
- As Life, As Pangcah was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.