Chang

Synopsis

A documentary film about a rice farmer and his family who live on the edge of the jungle in Siam and struggle for survival against numerous wild animals including bears, tigers and leopards. Includes footage of an elephant stampede.

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS (NTSC only). b&w. 67 min.

Year of production

1927

Availability

Sale; 1997 sale: US$59.95 (+p&p)

Notes

This film was ‘lost’ for almost 60 years. The rediscovered and restored print was shown again in 1991, with specially commissioned mysic by Bruce Gaston performed by a traditional Thai orchestra.

Subjects

Media studies

Keywords

agricultural workers; Thailand; wildlife

Credits

Director

Ernest B Schoedsack; Merian C Cooper

Producer

Ernest B Schoedsack; Merian C Cooper

Contributor

Bruce Gaston

Production Company

Name

Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Name

Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation

Distributor

Name

Milestone Film & Video

Email

milefilms@gmail.com

Web

http://www.milestonefilms.com External site opens in new window

Phone

+1 201 767 3117

Fax

+1 201 767 3035

Address

PO Box 128
Harrington Park
New Jersey 07640 0128
USA