‘Youth’ (2017) is a drama that chronicles the lives of a group of young idealists in a military art troupe during the Chinese Cultural Revolution. They experience love and betrayal in the background of Mao-era songs and dances. The story follows two key characters, Feng Liu and Xiaoping He, from the Cultural Revolution through to 1970’s Sino-Vietnamese War. After their military service, they struggle to make ends meet in the Reform-era China and learn more of life’s lessons.
Directed by Feng Xiaogang and written by Geling Yan，‘Youth’ was the 6th highest-grossing domestic film of 2017 in China.
The film is in Mandarin with English subtitles. Running time 2h 16m (not rated).
This special film screening is certain to be very popular so please book your tickets now to avoid disappointment.
