The documentary marks the directorial debut of Chinese actor Zhang Zhehan, it documents his deeply personal journey of self-healing in the aftermath of a devastating cyber media storm in Aug... Read allThe documentary marks the directorial debut of Chinese actor Zhang Zhehan, it documents his deeply personal journey of self-healing in the aftermath of a devastating cyber media storm in August 2021 that abruptly halted his acting career.The documentary marks the directorial debut of Chinese actor Zhang Zhehan, it documents his deeply personal journey of self-healing in the aftermath of a devastating cyber media storm in August 2021 that abruptly halted his acting career.
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Reviewers say 'August' explores themes of resilience, healing, and self-discovery through Zhang Zhehan's journey in Tibet post-cyberbullying. The film underscores the importance of kindness, nature's beauty, and human connections. It highlights hope, perseverance, and the transformative power of art and travel. The documentary also delves into the impact of online violence and the path to self-acceptance and renewal, receiving praise for its poignant narrative and emotional depth, though some find the pacing slow and certain scenes overly sentimental.
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I really enjoyed this documentary. It's a serene and peaceful film that follows the director's solo cycling journey along the Yunnan-Tibet Highway as he seeks self-discovery amidst a storm of online criticism. The film delves into various themes such as finding inner peace, discovering oneself, and seeking answers in life. The director immerses himself in the crowd, experiencing his true self and finding beauty in nature, sentient beings, communities, passions, dreams, brotherhood, and love. While the answers to life remain elusive for the director for now, he continues his journey forward, searching for them along the way.
This documentary is very good, recording the beautiful scenery of Tibet, recording the mood of passers-by, and also recording the director's own bit by bit.
It is easy to say to live, but after experiencing some things, you will find that simply living also requires a lot of courage.
Go on, it is more difficult than simply living, living if it is the first step, then the second step will be more difficult than the first step, go on, go the right way, go a good way, step by step down to earth.
We do not forget the pain, but overcome the pain, those scars may be forever, but still need to bravely persist.
Come on, director Zhang Zhehan, come on, singer Zhang Zhehan, come on, actor Zhang Zhehan.
The future road, but also need the captain to lead us to go down together, the future of us, will be better and better.
It is easy to say to live, but after experiencing some things, you will find that simply living also requires a lot of courage.
Go on, it is more difficult than simply living, living if it is the first step, then the second step will be more difficult than the first step, go on, go the right way, go a good way, step by step down to earth.
We do not forget the pain, but overcome the pain, those scars may be forever, but still need to bravely persist.
Come on, director Zhang Zhehan, come on, singer Zhang Zhehan, come on, actor Zhang Zhehan.
The future road, but also need the captain to lead us to go down together, the future of us, will be better and better.
God, this documentary really gave me a dual enjoyment of both my eyes and soul. At the beginning, a person was slowly and firmly climbing a snow mountain. The sky was so blue and the snow mountain was so white. Under such beautiful scenery, the appearance of the narrator made me fall in love! I understand why he went to climb the snow capped mountains and his experience. Oh my god, it hurts me. Following his shots and descriptions, I witnessed more beautiful scenery and saw many ordinary people enjoying cycling and life. I hope you can heal both us and yourself, Zhang Zhehan ~
We all experience a lot of pain, even though many of them are not something we should bear. But since those injuries haven't killed us, they will definitely make us stronger, won't they? Your voice is so beautiful, your face is so handsome, your smile is so sweet,your documentary is so attractive, and you are still an excellent singer and actor. I believe your future will be incredibly exciting.
I look forward to seeing more of your works Zhang zhehan!
We all experience a lot of pain, even though many of them are not something we should bear. But since those injuries haven't killed us, they will definitely make us stronger, won't they? Your voice is so beautiful, your face is so handsome, your smile is so sweet,your documentary is so attractive, and you are still an excellent singer and actor. I believe your future will be incredibly exciting.
I look forward to seeing more of your works Zhang zhehan!
Zhang Zhehan's "August "is a very healing documentary, documenting what he saw, heard, felt, and sent along the way, as well as the local customs and beautiful scenery of Tibet. In this film, I feel that whether the world is beautiful is not in the world but in you. It is you who find peace in this noisy world, and find the motivation and courage to start again. Give yourself credit. You are better than you think you are. As you said, no matter where the wind comes from, I always know my direction. The future is no longer afraid of August, every August will be warm and full of hope. Every August will come let us in the future on the road together refueling! Only if one has a courage to face his past can he have a bright future.
Brave shout out your name Zhang Zhehan To my everlasting pride!
Brave shout out your name Zhang Zhehan To my everlasting pride!
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August is a movie which can calm down one's heart after watching. If you're disappoint ed with life,or in a low ebb of fate,you can find answers in this movie. What has happened to this world? Will the world become better now. No. Zhangzhehan still adheres to his ideal and reshape his belief even if all the ill-will and stigma of the world are dumped on him. He still treats everything in the world with warmth and kindness, calmly and beautifully. I hope fate will be kind to Zhangzhehan . August of the past is not yet over, and August in the future will come. But this movie will continue to inspire everyone to live on, go on, seek selfhood, seek direction, and reach the other shore.
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