Xiao Shan Going Home
小山回家
Synopsis
Xiao Shan, a temporary worker at the Hongyuan Restaurant, has just been fired by his boss Zhao Guoqing. Deciding to leave Beijing and returns to his home in Anyang, he goes to see a series of people from his hometown who have also been living in Beijing-construction workers, train ticket scalpers, university students, attendant, prostitutes-but no one wants to go back with him. Dispirited and confused, he searches out one after another of his old friends who are still in Beijing. Finally he leaves his wild long hair, the symbol of his life in the city, at a roadside barber stand as his offering to Beijing.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Hong Kong International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jia Zhangke
- Screenplay & Story
- Jia Zhangke
- Original Score
- 张楚
- Original Title
- 小山回家
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Beijing Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jia Zhangke
Jia Zhangke
张楚
Zhao Zebiao
Jia Zhangke
Zhao Zebiao
Department Leadership Roster
Jia Zhangke
Director
Jia Zhangke
Writer
Jia Zhangke
Editor
Zhao Zebiao
Director of Photography
张楚
Original Music Composer
Zhao Zebiao
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Xiao Shan Going Home
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Xiao Shan Going Home about?
Xiao Shan, a temporary worker at the Hongyuan Restaurant, has just been fired by his boss Zhao Guoqing. Deciding to leave Beijing and returns to his home in Anyang, he goes to see a series of people from his hometown who have also been living in Beijing-construction workers, train ticket scalpers, university students, attendant, prostitutes-but no one wants to go back with him. Dispirited and confused, he searches out one after another of his old friends who are still in Beijing. Finally he leaves his wild long hair, the symbol of his life in the city, at a roadside barber stand as his offering to Beijing.
Who directed Xiao Shan Going Home?
Xiao Shan Going Home was directed by Jia Zhangke.
Who stars in Xiao Shan Going Home?
The principal cast of Xiao Shan Going Home includes Wang Hongwei, Shuzhe Dong, Sheng Yao, Xiaomin Zhou, Liqin Zhu.
When was Xiao Shan Going Home released and how long is it?
Xiao Shan Going Home was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Xiao Shan Going Home?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Xiao Shan Going Home was composed by 张楚.