Special Film Screening & Cultural Exchange at Carleton University

The Song of Altay

Through the Lens of Cinema · A Celebration of Cultural Exchange

Date & Time


6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Location

Room 100, St. Patrick's Building
Carleton University
1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6

Format

Special Film Screening & Post-Screening Cultural Exchange

Film Synopsis

Song of Altay, produced by renowned director and producer Chen Bei, is a feature film compiled from five short films: Gulina's Pillow, The Promise of the Wind, When We Parted, Everything Was Green, Back Then I Was Still Young, and Aliya's Gilbara.

Through evocative cinematography and heartfelt storytelling, the film portrays the unique cultural landscape of Altay, Xinjiang, highlighting the moving stories of harmony, solidarity, and mutual support among its diverse ethnic communities.

The Song of Altay special film screening and cultural exchange at Carleton University, November 20, 2026
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Featured Guest

Ms. Chen Bei

President, Canada International Chinese Film Association
Director & Producer

Ms. Chen Bei will join us in person to share insights into the making of the film and the global reach of Chinese-language cinema, encouraging dialogue and cultural exchange between China and Canada.

Connecting Cultures Through Film,
Deepening Understanding Through Dialogue

Join us at Carleton University for an inspiring evening of cinema and cultural exchange!

Presented by: Carleton University, School of Linguistics and Language Studies (Mandarin Chinese Program)

Supporting Organizations: Ottawa Chinese Language School | Canada International Chinese Film Association | Canadian-Chinese Cross Culture Club (4C Club)

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