| Chang Ng Moi's destiny brought her to the Malaysian tin mines where she has been working since she was sold as a little girl. She and other elderly women tell the stories of their hard and often difficult lives. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| Jehan Chan uses the distinctive red color of Malaccan historical buildings in his modern paintings; also two Trishaw drivers struggle to keep their traditional taxi service operating in the busy streets of Malaka. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
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"Recommended. The viewer is taken to a Joss-Stick
factory, a marble stamp maker's studio, and a clog maker's shop in Malaysia.
Each of these crafts has been passed down through Chinese tradition, and
exemplifies the multicultural heritage of Malaysia." -EMRO Review Certain special objects and artifacts are essential to keep ancient Chinese traditions alive. Here skilled people with a desire to celebrate their heritage maintain these arcane, yet essential, industries. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
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"Recommended. Profiles both a snake charmer and a
zookeeper, drawing a comparison between the two. Both men are informative.
The first explains what can be done to avoid or treat a snake bite, while
the second explains how to feed and care for snakes. It is entertaining to
watch." -EMR Online Two different sides to the uneasy relationship between man and snakes: Snake Man and his family exploit their performing snakes to earn a living; the Zookeeper loves his and pampers them with treats. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
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"Recommended. The viewer is taken to Hindu shrines and to
a traditional bread bakery, where Indian religion and gastronomic culture
contribute to the cultural melting-pot of Malaysia. This is a feast for the
eyes, full of beautiful architecture set amidst a mountainous landscape;
also monkeys and pigeons frolic in the background, adding a bit of
humor." -EMRO Review At the Batu Caverns in Malaysia, Brahmin Priests are brought from India to conduct ancient rituals; then at a bakery the making of bread offers a symbolic insight into the realities of living. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| China's mighty Muar River, where venerable divers have worked together for many years. We watch them harvest oysters; then follow the delicacy as it turns into a tasty specialty in a Chinese kitchen. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| In the multi-cultural melting pot of Malaysia the Malaccan descendants of the 16th-century Portuguese conquerors are proud of their exotic history, unique culture, and remarkable cuisine. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| The Malaccan "Baba Nyonya" community, descendants of people who left China centuries ago, and its special pastries: brightly colored cakes made from coconut milk and a special sugar, "Gula Melaka." 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| Here we meet a large Malay family - and a special monkey! This important member of the family collects hundreds of coconuts each day, providing the whole family with its daily "bowl of rice." 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| Documents life in the village of Parit Jawa in Johor, China, where villagers have lived from the sea's harvest for centuries, building boats and creating a thriving community from difficult beginnings. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| Chinese barbers do more than just cut hair. Since ancient times they have used their own unusual concoctions to ease the pains of their customers. compliment modern health treatments. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| Coconut palms are at the heart of South East Asian life. As well as fruits, they give jobs, especially to migrant workers from India and their families. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |
| Though the center of Asian communities, women go about their business almost unnoticed. This program introduces viewers to some of these anonymous women and sheds light on their activities. 08DR IJSCA 30 min. |