Perpetual Motion


1h 30m 2005

Brief Synopsis

Four friends spend the eve of the Chinese New Year within the borders of a splendid Beijing courtyard house but all does not go smoothly. Earlier the same day, Niuniu has discovered both her husband's absence and a love email addressed to him, clearly written by somebody she knows very well. Determi

Film Details

Also Known As
Wu Qiong Dong, Wuqiong dong
Genre
Comedy
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2005

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Synopsis

Four friends spend the eve of the Chinese New Year within the borders of a splendid Beijing courtyard house but all does not go smoothly. Earlier the same day, Niuniu has discovered both her husband's absence and a love email addressed to him, clearly written by somebody she knows very well. Determined to spend the festivities in good company as well as to unveil this double betrayal, Niuniu gathers her three best friends, Lala, Qinqin and Madame Ye. As the evening progresses through customary Spring Festival activities, Niuniu's vindictive plan unfolds as she follows the lines of a conversation that leads the protagonists to disclose the secrets of their hearts.

Film Details

Also Known As
Wu Qiong Dong, Wuqiong dong
Genre
Comedy
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2005

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States 2006

Shown at San Francisco International Film Festival (World Cinema) April 20-May 4, 2006.