The read
It runs long at 2h 59m.
Synopsis
Lost Course chronicles a grassroots democratic movement in the southern Chinese village of Wukan. The villagers protest against the corrupt local officials before ousting them and organising elections of their own. However, after taking control of their destiny, the villagers find themselves beset by the same corruption and cynicism endemic. Following three main characters, Li reveals the complexities of their struggles, triumphs and setbacks from the inside.
Ratings
IMDb8/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Metacritic82/100
10 audience votes
Key crew
- Jill LiDirector