Wild Grass

Wild Grass presents a unique perspective on the experiences of children in Chinese orphanages since the 1990s. The film, shot under difficult circumstances due to government restrictions on media access, follows a mother living near the Qingdao center, where the filmmaker first encountered dozens of abandoned children in 1995.

Over a span of ten years, the filmmaker returns annually to document these children's lives, sharing their aspirations and dreams. This long-term engagement allows for an in-depth exploration of their evolution and the impact of their circumstances. The documentary sheds light on a sensitive topic that has often been overlooked, making it a significant work in contemporary documentary filmmaking.