The read
A Balasaur Score of 71 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 6.6/10, Rotten Tomatoes 83%. Critics rate it 17 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 14m. Streaming on Netflix.
Synopsis
The rigorous city life of China, while bustling and unforgiving, contains the everlasting memories of days past. Three stories told in three different cities, follow the loss of youth and the daunting realization of adulthood. Though reality may seem ever changing, unchangeable are the short-lived moments of one's childhood days. A plentiful bowl of noodles, the beauty of family and the trials of first love endure the inevitable flow of time, as three different characters explore the strength of bonds and the warmth of cherished memories. Within the disorder of the present world, witness these quaint stories recognize the comfort of the past, and attempt to revive the neglected flavors of youth.
Ratings
Critics rate it 17 points higher than audiences do.
595 audience votes
Key crew
- JoshuaDirector
- Li HaolingDirector
- Yoshitaka TakeuchiDirector
- Rei IshizukaOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Taito BanXiao Ming (voice)
- Mariya IseYoung Xiao Ming (voice)
- Minako KotobukiYi Lin (voice)
- Haruka ShiraishiLulu (voice)
- Hiroki YasumotoSteve (voice)
- Takeo OtsukaLi Mo (voice)
- Ikumi HasegawaXiao Yu (voice)
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