THE BOY WHO PAINTED WITH A CAMERA

THE BOY WHO PAINTED WITH A CAMERA

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This is the inspiring real-life story of Zhang Yimou, a boy from a poor Chinese town with a big dream: to tell stories through pictures. From sketching on paper bags to becoming a world-renowned filmmaker, his journey shows how passion and perseverance can lead to extraordinary achievements, culminating in directing the Beijing Olympics Opening Ceremony.

age6 - 8 years old
emotional intelligence
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