A theatre troupe from rural Fenyang struggles under the decline of communism and rise of popular culture in China in the 1980s.
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Zhangke JiaWriter:
Zhangke Jia
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Hongwei Wang | ... | Minliang |
| Tao Zhao | ... | Ruijuan | |
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Jing Dong Liang | ... | Chang Jun |
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Tian-yi Yang | ... | Zhong Pin |
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Bo Wang | ... | Yao Eryong |
| Rest of cast listed alphabetically: | |||
| Sanming Han | ... | Sanming | |
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Set in Fenyang, Shanxi Province, the film focuses on a group of amateur theatre troupe performers whose fate mirrors that of the general population in China as massive socio-economic changes sweep across the mainland. The film commences in 1979 with the troupe performing numbers idolizing Mao Zedong, ending in the '80s when the shows reflect the strong Western influences pervading China, covering a decade in which China saw tremendous changes. Written by L.H. Wong <lhw@sfs.org.sg>
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Director 'Jia Zhangke' has said that he prefers the shorter, more widely-seen version of his film to the first three-hour version, which was completed under duress. See more »Alternate Versions
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It is kind of sad to read these sad comments about being "bored" with this wonderful film, or "not understanding the characters".
This film is so full of atmosphere, and yes, emotion... but it is not shoved down your throat with typical Hollywood dramatic tricks... it is something you have to have the time and will to discover. That makes is so much closer and valuable.
Film IS about seeing, and the fact that there are hardly any close-ups in this film gives our eyes the freedom to discover things in the frame. It is also, I believe a much more respectful way to film actors generally.
This is a great film, I hope we see many more from this young director!