Pakistan Embassy screens documentary on Kung Fu

Pakistan Embassy screens documentary on Kung Fu as part of the Pakistan Day celebrations to highlight cultural values.

The Pakistan Embassy College Beijing organized a screening of the documentary Gate of Nine Dragons: Searching for Kung Fu by filmmaker Laurence Brahm on Saturday. The event, held in collaboration with the Women Empowerment & Development Society in Asia-Africa, was part of the Pakistan Day celebrations.

The documentary delves into Chinese martial arts, using Kung Fu as a medium to highlight traditional values such as discipline and harmony. It showcases various martial arts styles, including Xingyi, Bagua, and Taichi, emphasizing their cultural significance and universal appeal.

During the event, Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, introduced a new movie screening initiative aimed at bringing families and friends together in Beijing. He remarked that the film serves as a cultural bridge, connecting people through cinema and martial arts.

Director Laurence Brahm also announced his plans for a future documentary exploring the shared cultural heritage of Pakistan and China. He revealed that the project would be filmed in Pakistan’s Swat Valley, a historically rich region. “Swat and Taxila were once global centers of civilization, alongside Mesopotamia and Egypt. It is important to revive this legacy,” Brahm stated. He emphasized that the film aims to foster unity and deepen understanding of the region’s shared history.

Brahm, a fifth-degree black belt in Shotokan Karate and a seasoned Kung Fu practitioner, has produced several renowned documentaries focusing on martial arts and Himalayan culture. His contributions have earned him prestigious accolades, including China’s Friendship Award and the China Book Special Contribution Award.