FOUR SPRINGS (四个春天) 

China | 2019 | 105 Minutes | Documentary | In Mandarin w/English subtitles 

Writer/Director: Lu Qingyi | Subjects: Li Gui-xian, Lu Yun-kun

Film Source:  Producer Zhao Xun 

Synopsis:

Filmed in the remote town of Dushan in southwest China over the course of four years, "Four Springs" captures the flow of life and everyday routines of the director's own parents. We follow their daily chores, hobbies, walks in nature, visits of family and friends, reunions and departures. Their optimism, good humor, resilience and acceptance shine through, even in the face of irretrievable loss.

Review:

“Four Springs” is a wonderfully uplifting film which touches upon topics like grief, happiness, age and spirituality. Given its unique perspective, the relationship of child and parent, it offers a universal, relatable approach to its viewer, one which will surely be appreciated. In the end, one can only hope to have the same quality of life, humor and affection as the people in this lovely documentary." Rouven Linearz, asianmoviepulse.com 

This program is made possible by a generous support from the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Chicago.