Cult Films

Interesting and genuinely touching film with a cast of non-actors that adds a sense of realism to this story of a clash between rural China and the rapidly advancing urban landscape. A young girl is placed in an impossible situation of teaching and wrangling 28 unruly kids as a substitute in the mountain region when one student runs away to the city to find work and she has promised not to let anyone leave the school during her watch. Her tenacity in finding the kid thrusts her into the nation's spotlight. The photography is very well done and getting great performances out of regular people is no easy task. Recommended for those looking for a somewhat artsy and uplifting experience.

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