“Denise Ho: Becoming the Song” is an inspiring documentary driven by an unwavering belief in the ability of people — particularly young people — to create the world they want to live in. The film, directed by Sue Williams and available through virtual cinemas, maps the life and career of the Cantopop singer Denise Ho, who has used her platform to become one of the more influential pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong. Her story may be of particular note at this moment, as China’s new security law imposes more restrictions on the region. They feared Beijing’s encroachment and wanted to raise Ho and her older brother in a different environment. In Montreal, Ho became inspired by Anita Mui, an early Cantopop star (often referred to as the Madonna of the East) who was also a pro-democracy activist and nurtured the values Ho says made her the person she is today.

Source: New York Times July 01, 2020 22:30 UTC