In the Heat of the Sun

7:00 22 March
8:30 29 March

The story is set in Beijing during the Cultural Revolution. Due to lack of adult supervision at a time of great political unrest, a group of young boys led by Ma Xiaojun (Xia Yu) wander in the City, riding their bikes, having fun, chasing girls, enjoying each day under the bright sun, oblivious to their tumultuous surroundings.

Director: Jiang Wen
Cast: Xia Wu, Ning Jing, Si Qin, Gau Wa
(China, 1994, 35mm, 134 mins)