Old Cannon From North East
Old Cannon From North East

Old Cannon From North East

2020Movie74 minMandarin

The movie tells the story of Lao Wu, an ordinary bath master in a small town in the northeast with a history of more than 30 years in the "Minle public baths", who has excellent skills and an optimistic personality. However, in order to save his son Binbin, who is in a coma after a car accident, Old Wu goes south to Shenzhen to take over the "Star of the Sea" bathing center, and his three old workers work side by side again. A series of ludicrous stories happened in the modern metropolis in the south

Read Reviews

Insights

Director: Tohoku University of Art and DesignGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This short documentary explores the history and significance of an old cannon located in the northeastern region. It delves into its origins, its role in historical events, and its current status as a landmark.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary, "Old Cannon From North East" received limited mainstream critical reviews. However, within its niche of historical and regional interest, it was noted for its concise presentation and focus on a specific historical artifact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brevity and focus.
  • Appreciated for shedding light on local history.
  • Seen as a simple, informative piece.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this short film, likely due to its specialized subject matter and limited distribution.

Fun Fact

The cannon featured in the documentary is a significant historical artifact from the Meiji era in Japan, symbolizing a period of modernization and military development.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review