A Lifelong Journey (2022)

Other name: 人世间, Ren Shi Fang, Ren Shi Jian

Description:

A Lifelong Journey is an epic tale spanning five tumultuous decades, tracing the extraordinary lives of an ordinary Chinese family, the Zhous, from the late 1970s. As China embarks on a path of profound societal change, each family member's destiny is intricately woven into the nation's transformation. The father returns from a significant national movement, while the eldest son answers the call to become an educated youth in rural areas. The eldest daughter follows her poet husband to the countryside, leaving the youngest son to care for their mother.

Over 50 years, the family faces immense challenges and triumphs. The eldest son enters politics, navigating career highs and lows amidst drastic reforms. The eldest daughter achieves a Ph.D., experiences a complex love life, and lives abroad for twelve years. The youngest son finds love and matures through personal efforts alongside a resilient woman. This sweeping narrative beautifully portrays the Zhou family and their community moving forward, collectively fulfilling their life missions and representing the enduring spirit of contemporary Chinese people.

Producer: iQiyi

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Drama; Family; life; Novel; Romance