Denise Ho: Becoming the Song
2020, Documentary
Director: Sue Williams | Writer: Sue Williams | Star: Denise Ho
Denise Ho – Becoming the Song profiles the gay Hong Kong singer and human rights activist Denise Ho. Drawing on unprecedented, years-long access, the film explores her remarkable journey from commercial Cantopop superstar to outspoken political activist, an artist who has put her life and career on the line in support of the determined struggle of Hong Kong citizens to maintain their identity and freedom.
Awards: Official Selection – Frameline (San Francisco International LGBTQ Film Festival), Singapore International Film Festival, the Filmex Festival in Tokyo, the Athena Festival in New York, and others.
Time and location: August 25, 17:30–19:30 | Filmový sál/Film Hall (3rd floor), Umělecké centrum UP (Palacký University Art’s Centre), Univerzitní 3
Introduction by
Prof. Andrea Riemenschnitter (University of Zurich)
