Better Days (2019)

Under the omnipresent shadow of China's gaokao, the country stands in anticipatory silence. This monumental two-day college entrance exam holds the destiny of nearly ten million high school students in its daunting grasp, including Nian. Her life has been consumed by the relentless pursuit of academic achievement, an isolating journey that has left her vulnerable. Her world darkens further when a classmate's tragic suicide triggers a wave of incessant bullying targeted towards her. In the midst of this turmoil, fate introduces her to Bei, a mysterious young man with his own demons, operating on the fringes of the law. An unlikely alliance is formed in the crucible of their shared struggles, sealing a pact that intertwines their destinies. As Nian grapples with the immense pressures of her impending final examinations, Bei becomes her unexpected guardian, a shield against the onslaught of her tormentors. Better Days (2019) is a compelling narrative that explores the intersection of academic stress, societal expectations, and the transformative power of companionship in a world that can often seem cruel and unforgiving. Through the lens of Nian's journey, the film reveals the human capacity for resilience, courage, and the discovery of unexpected allies in the most unlikely of places.

Better Days is a drama movie featuring Zhou Dongyu and directed by Derek Tsang.

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