Home > Beijing Flickers
Directed by Zhang Yuan. San Bao is a young man left behind by Beijing’s fabulous new wealth, having just lost his job, his apartment and the woman he loves (who’s left him for a richer man). Even Happiness, his dog, has run away from him. Lovelorn, self-destructive and desperately aimless, San Bao nevertheless has moments of euphoria amid his own despair, as he roams the sleek, shifting city with other soulful, cash-poor dreamers and misfits. Such heavenly losers form the vital spirit of Beijing in acclaimed director Zhang Yuan’s gorgeously gritty, angst-ridden portrait of youthful disaffection and perseverance in the teeth of heartbreak, ruthless inequality and unfeeling ambition. Country of production: China. (With English subtitles.)
For additional digital leasing and purchase options contact a media consultant at 800-257-5126 (press option 3) or sales@films.com.
Share
Directed by Zhang Yuan. San Bao is a young man left behind by Beijing’s fabulous new wealth, having just lost his job, his apartment and the woman he loves (who’s left him for a richer man). Even Happiness, his dog, has run away from him. Lovelorn, self-destructive and desperately aimless, San Bao nevertheless has moments of euphoria amid his own despair, as he roams the sleek, shifting city with other soulful, cash-poor dreamers and misfits. Such heavenly losers form the vital spirit of Beijing in acclaimed director Zhang Yuan’s gorgeously gritty, angst-ridden portrait of youthful disaffection and perseverance in the teeth of heartbreak, ruthless inequality and unfeeling ambition. Country of production: China. (With English subtitles.) Some World Cinema titles may contain mature themes or content. Viewer discretion is advised.
Length: 94 minutes
Item#: BVL56827
Copyright date: ©2012
Prices include public performance rights.
Not available to Home Video, Dealer and Publisher customers.
Only available in USA and Canada.
Dam Street
Dooman River
Getting Home
The Shaft
Uniform
Stolen Life
Luxury Car