ALMOST HEAVEN
by Carol Salter
synopsis
Far from home, 17-year-old Ying Ling practices for her examination to become a mortician at one of China’s largest funeral homes. In addition to frequent qualms and farewell ceremonies, the everyday routine of this unusual occupation also serves up both humorous and life affirming moments. Carol Salter’s debut outing is an empathetic documentary portrait touching on fears, friendship and coming of age amidst ghosts and the dearly departed.
international title: | Almost Heaven |
original title: | Almost Heaven |
country: | United Kingdom |
sales agent: | Rock Salk Films |
year: | 2017 |
genre: | documentary |
directed by: | Carol Salter |
film run: | 80' |
screenplay: | Carol Salter |
cinematography by: | Carol Salter |
film editing: | Cinzia Baldessari |
music: | Terence Dunn |
production: | Rock Salt Films |