Feature Documentary
The Split Horn is the sweeping story of a Hmong shaman and his family living in Appleton, Wisconsin. Documenting the journey of Paja Thao and his family from the mountains of Laos to the heartland of America this poignant film shows a shaman’s struggle to maintain his ancient traditions as his children embrace American culture. American has become the testing ground for the enduring strength of Hmong culture. The evocative narrative captures the daily struggle to Paja Thao’s family between two worlds.
This 60 minute ITVS/NAATA funded doc screened at festivals worldwide before airing on PBS across the country. The Split Horn tells the tale of a Hmong Shaman and his family as they struggle to continue their 5000-year old tradition in America. Produced by Alchemy Films. Directed by Taggart Siegel.
www.pbs.org/splithorn
www.collectiveeye.org/educational-catalog/split-horn.html