
Spring in a Small Town
Directed by Fei Mu
Produced by Wenhua Film Company
A delicate, introspective study of desire and emotional constraint within a loveless marriage, set against the quiet desolation of post-war China.
A married couple living in a desolate small town in post-WWII China are paid a surprise visit by an old friend of the husband's.
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Questions people ask
Is Spring in a Small Town sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is Spring in a Small Town violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Spring in a Small Town scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Spring in a Small Town end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Spring in a Small Town easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Distinctly its own thing.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like Spring in a Small Town
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Spring in a Small Town
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Spring in a Small Town, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Spring in a Small Town, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Spring in a Small Town, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.






















































