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Fly High
Twelve talented young mountaineers, five geologists from the University of Lausanne and four mountain guides take an unprecedented risk in Patagonia. Trained by the great climbers Ralf Weber, Ueli Steck, Denis Burdet and David Fasel, the young people are collecting rock samples from the granite walls of the Paine Towers, which are up to 1000 meters high, on behalf of science. The challenges are enormous: Climbing a big wall at the highest level of difficulty, cloudy weather, relentless wind that tears at material and nerves - and an urgency that also pushes the group to their emotional limits. "Flying High" not only documents an extraordinary undertaking, but also shows up close what happens when something happens that can happen after every meter of altitude climbed: a fall.
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In rural China, a young woman named Qiu dies after falling from a building, leaving behind her partner, a flight attendant named Xia Yu. As Xia Yu grapples with her grief and the unanswered questions surrounding Qiu's death, she begins to suspect foul play. Her investigation uncovers a complex web of relationships and hidden desires, forcing her to confront the true nature of Qiu's life and the circumstances leading to her tragic end.
Critical Reception
Fly High received generally positive reviews from critics, particularly for its emotional depth and strong performances. The film was noted for its exploration of complex relationships and themes of love, loss, and identity within the context of modern Chinese society. While some found the pacing to be slow at times, the overall sentiment praised its artistic merit and poignant storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a same-sex relationship and the complexities of grief.
Noted for Xun Zhou's compelling and nuanced lead performance.
Appreciated for its artistic direction and evocative cinematography.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Peach Blossom Land' before being changed to 'Fly High'.
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