Paper Airplane

About This Movie

So, there's this indie piece called 'Paper Airplane' directed by Mingjie Tang. It’s got this raw, intimate vibe that sinks you right into the protagonist’s chaotic world. You follow a Chinese school girl, deep in drug addiction, who’s kind of lost, ya know? Then she finds this homeless musician, and through him, she starts to rediscover life’s beauty. The performances are pretty heartfelt, especially from the lead, who nails that sense of desperation and yearning. The pacing is deliberate, it allows moments to breathe—like you can almost feel the weight of her struggles. The practical effects are minimal, but they serve the story well, creating a grounded atmosphere that complements the themes of love, redemption, and self-acceptance.

Themes of love and self-discovery · Intimate performances with a raw feel · Deliberate pacing enhances emotional weight