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1986 (China) morePlot Keywords:
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9 wins moreUser Comments:
A moving story with believable characters. moreCast
(Credited cast)| Wen Jiang | ... | Qin,shutian | |
| Linian Liu | ... | Li, Guigui | |
| Xiaoqing Liu | ... | Wu, Yuyin | |
| Ning Xu | ... | Wuzhuala | |
| Songzi Xu | ... | Li, Guoxiang | |
| Guangbei Zhang | ... | Li, Mangeng | |
| Zaishi Zheng | ... | Gu, Yanshan | |
| Shibin Zhu | ... | Wang, Qiuhao |
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2.35 : 1 moreFAQ
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Hibiscus Town is about victimization, humiliation, and salvation in a small Chinese village before, during, and after the Cultural Revolution.
Its central character, born of a capitalist inn keeper, is victimized by the new Communist party director who is jealous of her beauty and success. From this tough beginning we watch her fall from grace in the village, lose everything that is dear, and face further humiliation with the arrival of the cultural revolution. Yet from this dark low we watch her find salvation in those around her and find something worth living for.
This all works to great success thanks to solid acting, directing, and a strong screenplay based on a popular novel. The film does seem a bit awkward at first, but I found it soon pulled me deeper into the story and characters then I had realized. By the second half I truly felt for the protagonists and their cause. The experience is further seasoned by authentic sets and very believable supporting performances, making the village an accessible setting.
Definitely worth a look. (8/10 stars)