China Week Films

The following films are being explored for showing during China Week. Please check back often for an updated listing.


Monday, October 5, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m., Student Union Theater
The Road Home
City businessman Luo Yusheng returns to his home village in North China for the funeral of his father, the village teacher. He finds his elderly mother insisting upon following the tradition of carrying the coffin back to their remote village by foot. Since there are few young, able men left in the village, Yusheng worries that there might not enough porters. Unexpectedly, over 100 people show up to help carry home the casket of the man who was their teacher through various generations in the village.


Tuesday, October 6, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m., Student Union Theater
Eat Drink Man Woman
Senior Master Chef Chu lives in a large house in Taipei with his three unmarried daughters. Life in the house revolves around the ritual of an elaborate dinner each Sunday, and the love lives of all the family members.

 
Wednesday, October 7, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m., Student Union Theater
Shower
Successful businessman Da Ming, goes home to Beijing when he thinks his father has died, but finds him hard at work at the family's bathhouse. Though he can't wait to return to his fast-paced modern life, time amongst the crazy cast of characters that frequent the bathhouse gives him a new appreciation for traditional old ways. When a tragic event causes sudden change, Da Ming must choose between the prosperous life he's made for himself and his responsibility to his family and his heritage.

Important Links

• China Week Introduction
• China Week Schedule of Events
• China Week Keynote Addresses 
• Faculty Resources
• China Business Summit (October 2, 2009)