The Decameron(2010)

The Decameron is a documentary that explores madness through the lens of Hong Kong director Yan Yan Mak and singer-songwriter Denise Ho. Drawing inspiration from the classic exposé "Ten Days in a Madhouse," the film examines the nature of mental illness and institutional care with both intimacy and critical distance. Mak and Ho combine their artistic perspectives to create a work that challenges conventional perceptions of sanity and the systems designed to treat those deemed unwell. The documentary balances personal testimony with broader social commentary, offering viewers a thought-provoking meditation on what society considers madness and how we care for the vulnerable.