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Beijing Bicycle (2001)

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This deceptively simple modern-day fable, set in China's fastest growing city, tells the dramatic tale of two very different teenage boys: one a simple peasant lad (Guei), new to the big city; and the other an overly ambitious schoolboy (Jian).
The two boys' paths cross in an unexpected way when Guei suspects Jian of stealing his bicycle (which he desperately needs to do his job as a bicycle messenger). Reminiscent of the Italian 1948 neorealist classic The Bicycle Thief, Beijing Bicycle has its own distinctive contemporary style, whilst making a strong political statement about the corrupting power of capitalism and the vital nature of human pride and dignity.

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Classification:

Parental Guidance - general viewing but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children

Starring:

Li Bin, Zhou Xun, Mengnan Li, Lei Liu, Yuhong Ma

Director:

Wang Xiaoshuai

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Genres:

Drama

Run Time:
105 Minutes

Subtitles:

English

Languages:

Mandarin

Countries:

China

BFI Classification:
Parental Guidance - general viewing but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children

Release Date:
18/11/2002

Production Year:
2001

Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen

Colour:
Colour

Special Features:

Star and director filmographies
Scene selection
Nick Bradshaw film notes
Original theatrical trailer
World Cinema trailer reel