China, 87. The Others

About This Movie

So, 'China, 87: The Others' is this intriguing piece, you know? It's a documentary, but it feels more like an intimate diary. Viollaine de Villers and Jean-Pierre Outers take you on this tactile journey through the Chinese countryside in the late '80s. The pacing is quite rhythmic, a bit meandering, really, reflecting the ebb and flow of daily life. What stands out is the fragmented archival footage—it’s like piecing together a puzzle of culture. You can almost feel the sweat and laughter of locals in their everyday routines. There's this raw authenticity, devoid of any gloss, which makes it distinct. It really invites you into a time and place that's almost forgotten now.

Unique archival approachFocus on local cultureIntimate personal narratives