CCTV Children's Channel
Family Under the Roof
Client Name
CCTV Children's Channel
Services
Documentary direction
Observational filming
Documentary editing
A story in his own words
Family Under the Roof follows Yong Wang, a boy in Sichuan's Liangshan region, through the memories and everyday responsibilities of life after losing his mother. A letter he reads to her gives the documentary its emotional thread.
The camera stays close to ordinary moments: writing at a table, helping at home, moving through the landscape, and talking about school. These details let the audience get to know his personality and hopes alongside the family's challenges.
From a personal story to a wider audience
Produced with Siyu Harmony Society and released through CCTV's Children's Channel, the film brought Yong Wang's story to audiences beyond his community. The editing places his voice alongside observations of home and family, allowing the experience to remain personal throughout.
Impact and recognition
The documentary helped raise funds for Yong Wang's middle-school tuition. It won Best Documentary at Scout Film Festival and screened at Austin Film Festival, Long Beach Indie, and the Chicago International Children's Film Festival.
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