Single Cycle

The film follows Hong and her six-year-old daughter Ye, who move to Chongqing after Hong's divorce. As time passes, Ye grapples with her emotional ties to her father while adjusting to her mother's new boyfriend, Liu. This tension creates a challenging environment for Ye, who struggles to understand Liu's ambiguous behavior.

As Ye reflects on her past, she oscillates between her memories and her current reality, leading her to a pivotal moment when her mother decides to leave with Liu. This decision prompts Ye to seek refuge in her hometown, only to discover that it has vanished. Single Cycle presents a poignant examination of the effects of familial separation and the longing for a lost sense of home, making it a compelling piece for those interested in contemporary drama.