Denise Ho: Becoming the Song

Name: Denise Ho: Becoming the Song
Genre: Documentary
Released: July 1, 2020
Duration: 83 min
Rating: 76
Cast: Denise Ho

2020

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Kino Lorber | Release Date (Streaming): July 1, 2020 | Not Rated

Starring: Denise Ho

Summary: Denise Ho - Becoming the Song profiles the openly 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 theDenise Ho - Becoming the Song profiles the openly 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.… Expand

Director: Sue Williams

Genre(s): Documentary

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 83 min

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RogerEbert.com Matt Fagerholm

Jul 1, 2020

I went into the film knowing nothing about the Cantopop star, and came away from it as an instant fan rejuvenated by my connection to every soul throughout the world currently fighting to preserve human rights against the rising tide of totalitarianism. Read full review

Lovia Gyarkye

Jul 2, 2020

The film does an excellent job of introducing the pop star to unfamiliar audiences, contextualizing her activism and, more broadly, examining the role art can play in shaping our beliefs. Read full review

Josh Kupecki

Aug 13, 2020

Denise Ho: Becoming the Song offers an affecting timeline of a political awakening of a person, of a movement, and of a generation utterly frustrated with the machinations of oppression. Read full review

IndieWire Jude Dry

Jul 2, 2020

An entertaining and informative new documentary, Denise Ho: Becoming the Song, reveals the singer’s motivation and personal sacrifices while also offering a vital survey of Hong Kong history and the fight for independence. Read full review

Leslie Felperin

Jul 1, 2020

Denise Ho — Becoming the Song presents a thoughtful, if surprisingly reserved portrait, of Hong Kong-born, Montreal-reared singer Denise Ho, the first Cantopop superstar to come out publicly as gay. Read full review

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