What happens when a Russian student discovers a classic Hong Kong romance film? For Anna, an international student at Beijing’s Tsinghua University, it sparked a cinematic love affair with the 1996 drama ‘Comrades: Almost a Love Story’ – and dreams of tracing its iconic locations. 🎥
In a recent interview, Anna shared how the film’s bittersweet tale of love and migration resonated with her own cross-cultural journey. ‘The characters’ struggles and Hong Kong’s electric vibe leapt off the screen,’ she said, calling the movie her go-to comfort watch during study breaks.
Now she’s planning a pilgrimage to Hong Kong neighborhoods featured in the film, blending her passion for cinema with real-world exploration. 🗺️ ‘I want to taste the milk tea shops and walk those rainy streets – like stepping into the story itself,’ she told CGTN’s Ask China series.
The revelation has sparked nostalgia among film buffs, proving that great stories transcend borders – and generations. 💞
