As we were checking our catalog of reviews the past months, we realized that there is a slight gap on articles about films from Mainland China. As such, we decided to start a tribute on the particular cinema, starting from the 4th generation directors and onwards. With the help of Victor Fan, who provided a list with films we “should” deal with, we came up a series of movies the writers of Amp have been dealing with since January. Following are some of the highlights, in a list that will expand throughout the year.

1. One and Eight (1984) by Zhang Junzhao

According to Zhen Ni, in November 1983, “One and Eight” was sent to censors. While waiting for the response, Junzhao and others organized a screening at Beijing Film Studio and celebrated this picture with their friends and teachers. Zhang Yimou later recalled that he was most happy and excited during that moment.