Carrying Grandma Into Town

In a remote village in northwestern China, an elderly man and his wife struggle with poverty and the changing times. When the wife falls ill, the husband is determined to carry her to the town hospital, a journey that becomes a poignant testament to their lifelong commitment and the enduring strength of love against the backdrop of a disappearing rural way of life.

Carrying Grandma Into Town received critical acclaim for its poignant storytelling, authentic portrayal of rural life, and the deeply moving performances of its lead actors. It resonated with audiences for its emotional depth and its sensitive examination of tradition, aging, and familial bonds.

• Praised for its heartfelt portrayal of love and commitment in old age.

• Commended for its authentic depiction of a fading rural Chinese lifestyle.

• Noted for its quiet power and emotional resonance.

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Nominated for Best Film at the Shanghai International Film Festival (2016).

Director Li Ruijun is known for his focus on the lives of ordinary people in rural China, often drawing from personal experiences and observations of his home province.