BEHIND THE SCENE: The making of an original short film directed by renowned Cambodian American film maker praCh Ly. Titled Satook, a word of blessing spoken at the end of Cambodian prayers, the film examines the role of ancient sacred sites in present-day religious landscapes, and the transformation of religious traditions in Cambodian American diaspora communities. The film will be part of the Revealing Krishna: Journey to Cambodia’s Sacred Mountain exhibition at the Smithsonian Museum of Asian Art, starting from April through September of 2022.
Filming. Interviewing Carvi Ly. Jacksonville, FL. 11/21/21 #satook #smithsonian #krishna
Filming. The Cambodian Classical Dancers of Long Beach
Filming. Interviewing Bonieta Lach. Lowell, Massachusetts. 11/15/21 #satook #smithsonian #krishna
Filming. Interviewing Loung Ung, inside the The Cleveland Museum of Art. Cleveland, Ohio. 11/18/21 #satook #smithsonian #krishna
Filming. Bon Pchum Ben at The Cambodian Buddhist Temple of Long Beach. 10/05/21 #satook
Filming. Building Temple minitures for “PON’s scene” 12/26/21