Director: Meng Lin
Screenwriters: Jiang Ming, Li Tengfei, Shi Yuze, Meng Lin
Genre: Feature Film
Running Time: 92 minutes
Year of Production: 2024
Synopsis:
Born in the United States, Jin Cancan returns to her ancestral hometown of Fenglin Bay during summer vacation in search of her roots. There, she develops a warm bond with her second granduncle and local children. Through a handful of sunflower seeds and the deep affection that ties her to her family, she comes to realize that no matter how far one travels, home will always be the most comforting harbor of the heart.
Awards & Honors:
Best Children’s Film, Golden Orchid Award, Asian International Youth Film Festival
Best Children’s Film, Stockholm City Film Award
Selected Excellent Children’s Film, 20th Beijing Youth Public Welfare Film Festival
Dynamic Illustration Grand Prize, National Illustration Support Program (CIAC)
Excellence Award (Mid-length Video, Commercial Creativity), 2024 Beijing International Creative Awards
Official Selection, Independent Screening Section, IIF Shanghai International Illustration Art Festival