TEN THOUSAND WAVES is a 9-screen installation shot on location in China. The work poetically weaves together stories linking China’s ancient past and present. Through an architectural installation, the work explores the movement of people across countries and continents and meditates on unfinished journeys. Conceived and made over four years, TEN THOUSAND WAVES sees Julien collaborating with some of China’s leading artistic voices, including the legendary siren of Chinese cinema Maggie Cheung; rising star of Chinese film Zhao Tao; poet Wang Ping; master calligrapher Gong Fagen; artist Yang Fudong; acclaimed cinematographer Zhao Xiaoshi; and a 100-strong Chinese cast and crew. The film’s original musical score is by fellow East Londoner Jah Wobble and The Chinese Dub Orchestra and contemporary classical composer Maria de Alvear.
Credits
Ten Thousand Waves Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Maggie Cheung
She was 45, now 59 years old
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as Mazu |
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Zhao Tao
She was 32, now 47 years old
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as Blue Goddess |
Ten Thousand Waves Crew
| Name |
Department |
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Isaac Julien as Director. He was 50 (now 64) years old
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Directing |
