Movie: Li: The Patterns of Nature

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    Through the use of time-lapse, microscopy and animation, this film lyrically explores the concept of "Li," a Chinese word that refers to organic patterning and the inherent order of the physical world.

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    2007-02-09

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    5.2

  • Rating:

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