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Gezhi Town
得闲谨制
2025 122 min China 12+
★7.3
Drama, War
Director: Sheng Kong
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Description
A group of Chinese refugees and straggler soldiers, led by a machinist, defend their mountain town, "Gezhi," against a surprise attack by Japanese reconnaissance troops in a desperate fight using civilian ingenuity against a trained military force.
Worldwide:
$49.63M
Starring
Zhan Xiao
Actor
Yuchang Peng
Actor
Yiran Zhou
Actor
Awards
1 win & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
得闲谨制 (2025) is widely praised for its emotionally resonant narrative and the nuanced, humane performances of its lead cast. While the film’s unique approach to historical storytelling leaves a lasting impression, some viewers feel the narrative depth is limited by a runtime that leaves the central characters feeling underdeveloped.
| Acting | Xiao Zhan delivers a masterful, gentle, and intense performance that grounds the film's emotional weight. | |
| Humor | The film effectively uses dark humor to navigate its heavy subject matter. | |
| Theme | The emotional resonance stems from universal human experiences rather than a strict reliance on historical precision. | |
| Runtime | The film's brevity leaves audiences wanting more, as the central adult characters lack the space for full narrative development. |