This documentary series offers a rare, in-depth visual record of 15 unique ethnic minorities found only in China’s Yunnan Province. With stunning cinematography and rich cultural detail, it captures the languages, clothing, rituals, and daily lives of these groups—many of which face the risk of cultural disappearance. From sacred dances to agricultural practices, Portraits of the People preserves invaluable intangible heritage, highlighting the beauty of diversity and the importance of documentation in an ever-changing world.
