The Joys and Sorrows of Young Yuguo

Name: The Joys and Sorrows of Young Yuguo
Genre: Documentary

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2022

28m

Documentary

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In this moving documentary, teen Yuguo goes on the adventure of a lifetime as he leaves China to pursue his passion for Romanian literature and culture.

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Andrea Beach

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Director/writer Ilinca Calugareanu handles her subject with care and warmth.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 12, 2022

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Romey Norton

Ready Steady Cut

The documentary is well shot as we fly through the mountains of Romania, like a dragon, reflecting Yuguo’s dream.

Rated: 3/5

Oct 6, 2022

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Jill C

You will fall in love with this sweet soul and it will break your heart. It's worth it though, to witness such a joyful human being❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/15/23

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Ilinca Calugareanu

Director

Ilinca Calugareanu

Writer

Mara Adina

Producer

Boróka Bíró

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Ilinca Calugareanu

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Gene Back

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In this moving documentary, teen Yuguo goes on the adventure of a lifetime as he leaves China to pursue his passion for Romanian literature and culture.

Director: Ilinca Calugareanu
Producer: Mara Adina
Screenwriter: Ilinca Calugareanu
Production Co: Vernon Films
Rating: PG (Thematic Elements)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: Romanian
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 6, 2022
Runtime: 28m

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