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Return to Dust (Chinese: 隐入尘烟; pinyin: Yǐn rù chényān) is a Chinese drama film written and directed by Li Ruijun. It had its world premiere at the 2022 Berlinale. The film, which runs to 133 minutes, is mainly spoken in a rural Gansu dialect.
Feb 14, 2022 · A later-life couple in an arranged marriage face hardship and loneliness in a decimated village. The film is gentle, soulful but simplistic, with beautiful cinematography and performances.
Jul 21, 2023 · A rural couple faces hardship and social pressure in Gansu, China. The film explores their relationship, their land, and their culture with poetic realism and subtle humor.
Jul 8, 2022 · A couple forced into an arranged marriage by their families face hardships and isolation in rural China. The film explores their struggles, hopes and dreams in a beautiful but harsh landscape.
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- Drama
- Ruijun Li
- 2022-07-08
Jul 20, 2023 · Return to Dust. NYT Critic’s Pick. Directed by Ruijun Li. Drama. 2h 11m. Find Tickets. When you purchase a ticket for an independently reviewed film through our site, we earn an affiliate...
- 131 min
- Austin Considine
Oct 31, 2022 · Return to Dust. Photograph: © Qizi Films Limited. Movies. This article is more than 1 year old. Review. Return to Dust review – wandering souls find poetic love in dirt-poor rural...
Jul 21, 2023 · Return to Dust is a 2022 film about two outcasts who are forced into an arranged marriage in rural China. The film has mixed reviews from critics and audiences, and is available to rent or buy online.
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- Drama, Romance
