Escape from the 21st Century
| Escape from the 21st Century | |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 从21世纪安全撤离 |
| Directed by | Li Yang |
| Written by | Li Yang |
| Cinematography | Saba Masloum |
Release date |
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Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | China |
| Language | Chinese |
Escape from the 21st Century is a 2024 Chinese science fiction comedy film directed by Li Yang.
Cast
- Zhang Ruoyan as Wang Zha
- Zhong Chuxi as Liu Lianzhi
- Song Yang as Wang Chengyong
- Wu Xiaoliang as Han Guang
- Zhu Yanmanzi as Yang Yi
- Li Chenhao as Bubble (PaoPao)
- Wen Yunrong as the Third Master
- Shi Liang as Wang Chengyong's father
- Chen Yichen as Young Wang Zha
- Li Zhuozhao as Young Wang Chengyong
- Kang Qixuan as Junior Bubble
- Ma Fantin as young Yang Yi
Release
The film made the equivalent of US$15 million at the Chinese box office and played at festivals internationally.[1]
Reception
The film received a positive review from UK publication The Guardian.[2]
References
- ^ Chinese sci-fi ‘Escape From The 21st Century’ flies to North America, UK-Ireland. Screen Daily, December 11, 2024.
- ^ Escape from the 21st Century review – teenagers fast-forward to the future in barmy sci-fi. The Guardian, February 18, 2025.