
A Sun(2019)
A family of four fractures under the weight of unmet expectations, unexpected tragedy, and uncompromising pride.


Inspired by a shocking incident at a factory in northeastern China in the mid-90s, this astonishing debut film portrays people struggling amidst rapid changes in the status quo. The production of the gunfight in the latter part is superb. A surprising directorial debut on a large scale.

Zu Feng
Gu Xuebing

Qin Hailu
Jin Yujia

Zhou Zhengjie
Geng Xiaojun

Feng Lei
Zhao Yongqiang

Shao Bing
Tian Yonglie

He Jiaoshou
Ba Lian

Yi Yunhe
Hei San
A Long Shot is a drama, crime film released in 2024. Directed by Gao Peng, it stars Zu Feng, Qin Hailu, Zhou Zhengjie. Inspired by a shocking incident at a factory in northeastern China in the mid-90s, this astonishing debut film portrays people struggling amidst rapid changes in the status quo. The production of the gunfight in the latter part is superb. A surprising directorial debut on a large scale.
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