The changing face of China is reflected in the rhythm of the music troupe that the movie revolves around. The band begins as a Cultural troupe singing songs in praise of Mao in a sleepy border town of north China. The economic upheaval in the 80s sees the band take on rock 'n' roll blending into techno pop.A love story is sprinkled in between too, among the band members with Zhao Tao looking glowing as ever. The historical changes that happen are shown with subtlety. So subtle that I wished I had someone from China watching the film with me.
Rating: * *
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