Zhang Ga the Soldier Boy

“*Zhang Ga the Soldier Boy* is a charming and spirited piece of Chinese cinema that balances the harsh realities of wartime resistance with the irrepressible pluck of its young protagonist. Anchored by a remarkably natural performance from Hongmei Zhang, the film captures a poignant coming-of-age journey that will resonate with fans of classic neorealist dramas and historical character studies.”