Storyline
A theatre troupe from rural Fenyang struggles under the decline of communism and rise of popular culture in China in the 1980s.
Review
8.5
“This film masterfully chronicles China's transition from Maoism to market economy through the eyes of a performing troupe. Its detached, observational style, while alienating to some, powerfully illustrates personal and societal shifts without resorting to overt emotional manipulation. The film's meticulous mise-en-scène and long takes reveal a nation in profound flux, making it a compelling, if unhurried, historical document.”
Recommended For
Viewers interested in the cultural and economic transformation of China in the 1980s, and those who appreciate slow-burn, observational cinema.
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