Shorts Women in Cinema

“Step Into the River” [Short Film] He An

Directed by Weijia Ma

Countries China, France Run Time 15 minutes

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This film is available as part of Shorts 2: Disconnect the Dots (Animation)

Synopsis

A sumptuously-drawn fable about the consequences of China’s one-child policy.

Language Chinese with subtitles

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Women in Cinema Program Sponsor

John and Jacolyn Bucksbaum Family Foundation

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“Step Into the River” [Short Film] He An

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