The life of Tao, and those close to her, is explored in three different time periods: 1999, 2014, and 2025.
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Zhao Tao
Shen Tao
Zhang Yi
Zhang Jinsheng
Liang Jingdong
Liang Jangjung
Dong Zijian
Zhang Daole
Sylvia Chang
Mia
Rong Zishan
Young Zhang Daole
Liu Lu
Liang's Wife
Zhubin Li
Liu Min
Director
Jia Zhangke
Screenplay
Jia Zhangke
Status
Released
Original Language
ZH
Production
Shanghai Film Group, Xstream Pictures, MK Productions, Beijing Runjin Investment, Bitters End, ARTE France Cinéma, Office Kitano, Bandai Visual
Reno
November 23, 2016
**Like a changing urban landscape, the humans as well!** When everybody around me liked the director's previous film 'A Touch of Sin', I didn't. As a film fanatic, reject such kind of film is not an easy job without giving a proper reason. I thought that was a missed opportunity. I surely like art films, not the boring one like those aimlessly narrated. I really loved some of the scenes there, ...
Alunauwie
September 12, 2025
This film, screened at Cannes and Toronto, explores economic disparity in China across three eras-1999, 2014, and 2025-highlighted through visuals like clothing and evolving technology. The makeup, costumes, and setting transitions are thoughtfully crafted, making each time period feel distinct and immersive. Strong cinematography and sound design support the storytelling, though minor visual flaw...
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