Synopsis

On a gloomy day, Gu takes a train back to his hometown for the first time in years to reunite with his wife and son - in court.

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Director's Statement

What attracts me, more than the still controversial issue of divorce in small Chinese towns and the emotional turmoils involved, more than a father’s endeavor to connect with his son, is the idea of a man trapped by his own facade, a man who is incapable of connecting even with his family.

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We follow Gu's journey home to meet with his wife and son. We observe, without judgements, what might be their last moment together. The distance between them is laid bare by the closeness. To each one of them, questions are posed, answers yet to be found.