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Deep in the jungle of Yunnan Province, Southwest China, lives one of China’s last aboriginal tribes, the Wa people of the Wengding village.
In the Wa language, “Wengding” means a place encircled by mist and clouds. The Wa people of the Wengding village follows the instructions of their ancestors, living in thatched huts for thousands of years.
The Wa people do not have the written language. Using songs and musical instruments, they pass down their genesis story “Sigangli” through generations. In the Wa language, “Sigang Li” translates to “the words left by our ancestors.” It documents the Wa people’s worldview of the origin of humans and their understanding of this universe. In the past when the Wa migrated, settled down, and procreated. “Sigangli” helped them find their ways to live in harmony with nature.
Sigangli also provides spiritual guidance for the Wa people. It is a life philosophy that encourages people to revere the natural world and cherish life.
With songs and dances, they honor the mountains, rivers, the sun and the moon, expressing gratitude and joy to the spirits of this world for providing them with peace and prosperity.
Directed by Shiyue Qin (China)