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The story narrates the life of a girl named Xiaoxue, who excels academically and is raised within the confines of a traditional Chinese educational system. Set against the backdrop of a family reunion dinner, the story contrasts Xiaoxue’s exceptional maturity with the innocence and carefree nature of other children. Through the depiction of fireworks, it explores Xiaoxue’s inner conflicts and her childlike side, symbolizing the experiences of many children shaped by Chinese parents‘ expectations.
Directed by Zimeng Liu (China)