As the River Goes By

Description

Xiao Li seeks to uncover the truth behind his father's disappearance, a mystery entwined with memories from his childhood. Following an earthquake twelve years prior, a time-space connection allows him to revisit the past as he reunites with classmates at a gathering. Among them is Song Qian, who had a crush on him long ago. As he confronts the traumatic aftermath of a childhood accident linked to a game of hide-and-seek, he faces the challenge of reconciling his present with the secrets of his past. As the river flows, Xiao Li's journey becomes one of revelation and resistance against the encroaching oblivion of his current life. The film combines elements of drama and fantasy, providing a narrative that intertwines memory and reality. The cast includes Eva Zhao, Dylan Xiong, Mardy Ma, and Xie Yuwang.