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The Old Donkey
With as much feeling for irony as for justice, the young director studies the older generation from his home village, the people who do not…Published on: -
Winter Vacation
This hilarious minimalist film from poet/writer/filmmaker Li Hongqi won the Golden Leopard. Deadly dry humour, inimitable dialogues and long, sad silePublished on: -
The Interceptor from My Hometown
One of the filmmaker’s classmates reveals his secret: he ‘intercepts’ people seeking their rights. That’s how the system works. The filmmaker followsPublished on: -
My Father’s House
In China, they call the port of Guangzhou ‘Chocolate City’, because so many Africans come here to trade, live and even set up churches. A…Published on: -
Beyond-ism
Fascinating animation based on an ancient Chinese legend about a journey to Japan. An exceptional meeting between two totally different cultures.Published on: -
Reign of Assassins
A return to old-style wuxia as seen revived in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Su’s ambition to create an original masterpiece is clear in the film’sPublished on: -
Love Born of Chopsticks
African filmmaker opts for comedy for his impression of China. What else can you do in a country where people say ‘Aflica’ because they can’t…Published on: -
Snake
In this film, the snake is a mythical Chinese creature – but also a concrete thought in search of direction. Experimental hip-hop filmmaker also triesPublished on: -
Black Blood
Not everything is progress in China. Less and less rain means that the inhabitants of Inner Mongolia have to do everything to survive. For instance,…Published on: -
Tai ping chuan
Meditative documentary about village life in China. The director calmly lives alongside the inhabitants, the seasons and the land.Published on: