The film world is eagerly awaiting the release of the new drama Un hiver à Yanji, directed and written by Anthony Chen. Presented at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2023 in the Un Certain Regard selection, this work will be unveiled to the general public on November 22, 2023.
Discovering winter in Yanji, a border town in northern China, the film plunges us into the story of Haofeng, a man who finds himself in this town after traveling from Shanghai for a wedding. His sense of lostness fades when he crosses paths with Nana, an intriguing tour guide. Through her, he meets Xiao, a cook. The bond forged between these three protagonists over the course of a memorable evening takes them on an introspective journey, bringing them face to face with their pasts and secrets.
With a cast that includes Zhou Dongyu, Liu Haoran and Chuxiao Qu, this film promises to be a powerful cinematic experience. Its original title Ran dong, or The Breaking Ice in English, metaphorically evokes the release of suppressed desires, like the frozen landscapes of Mount Changbai that gradually thaw out.
Anthony Chen 's choice of Yanji as the setting for his story is no mean feat. This town, on the border with Korea, is often shrouded in a mysterious winter atmosphere, providing an ideal setting for a story filled with secrets, desires and revelations.
The potential success of A Winter in Yanji lies not only in its captivating story or its cast, but also in the artistic direction ofAnthony Chen, who has already made a name for himself in the film world for his ability to tell deep, touching stories. In fact, he was awarded the Camera d'Or for his debut film Ilo Ilo in 2013.
It's winter in Yanji, a town in northern China on the border with Korea. Haofeng has come from Shanghai for a wedding and is feeling a little lost. By chance, he meets Nana, a young tour guide who fascinates him. She introduces him to Xiao, a cook friend. The three quickly bond after a festive first evening. The intense encounter continues, bringing them face to face with their own histories and secrets. Their dormant desires slowly unravel, like the snow-covered landscapes and forests of Mount Changbai.
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