TEA DOCUMENTARY

TEA: The Drink That Changed The World

Incredible Story of Tea Culture & History

TEA DOCUMENTARY

TEA: The Drink That Changed The World

Incredible Story of Tea History and Mystery

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AN EPIC TEA DOCUMENTARY

“TEA: The Drink That Changed The World” is a captivating documentary that takes viewers on an extraordinary journey through the rich history and cultural significance of tea. Filmed in China’s secluded Wuyi Mountains—the birthplace of Oolong and Black teas—the film offers unprecedented access to ancient tea-making traditions and the serene landscapes where these practices originated. By delving into the art of tea cultivation and the spiritual dedication of generational tea masters, the documentary unveils how this humble beverage has profoundly influenced societies across continents.

Through exclusive interviews with historians and experts, viewers gain insight into tea’s role in shaping economies, cultures, and even political landscapes.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TEA MOVIE

From beautifully restored historical images to stunning photographs taken inside the forbidden tea regions of China, this image gallery showcases our filmmaking journey for the 90-minute documentary TEA: The Drink That Changed The World. 

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TEA CULTURE & HISTORY

The Tea Documentary explores the rich and complex history of tea, tracing its origins, cultural significance, and global journey through time. You'll venture behind the forbidden tea region and discover the most audacious tea heist, never-before-told until now.

ART OF TEA

​The Tea Documentary delves into the art of tea by showcasing traditional Chinese tea-making processes, emphasizing the moral cultivation of tea masters and the intricate steps involved in crafting quality tea. ​The cultivation of the Tea Spirit -- "Good People Make Good Tea."

IMPACT OF TEA

​This Tea documentary tells the story of the traditional six types of tea—White, Yellow, Green, Oolong, Black, and Dark (Pu-erh), focusing on the origin of Oolong and Lapsang Souchong Black Tea from the forbidden region of Wuyi Mountains. Viewers discover the historical impact of Wuyi Tea from China to the world.

BEHIND THE SCENES GALLERY

Meet the film crew behind this tea documentary. Behind every frame is a dedicated team of filmmakers, tea masters, tea farmers, historians, and storytellers — who poured their hearts into capturing tea’s incredible untold story. Here’s a sneak peek at the making of our tea movie that will change how you see tea.

Why is this tea documentary important?

Because tea is a cup of humanity. Tea is the world’s most popular drink after water. And yet, her thrilling history has never been told entirely and accurately.

Until now.

TEA: THE DRINK THAT CHANGED THE WORLD tells the incredible story of how this humble beverage impacted arts, cultures, and history around the world. Unearth riveting mysteries behind your cup of tea. Do you ever wonder when tea was invented? Who discovered tea? What brought about Afternoon tea? How did tea spread beyond China and around the world? How is tea processed? And why did the Boston Tea Party happen?

This tea movie will help you discover how this drink has influenced politics, culture, and society worldwide.

TEA: A CUP OF HUMANITY

From ancient rituals to global revolutions, TEA: The Drink That Changed The World reveals the powerful legacy steeped in every cup.

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