Cry Me A River of Stars (2021)

Other name: 春来枕星河, Chun Lai Zhen Xing He, Sleeping in the Galaxy in Spring

Description:

"Cry Me A River of Stars" presents a compelling narrative of intertwining destinies and veiled intentions. A new magistrate arrives, secretly determined to investigate an old case linked to a distinctive painting boat. To gather information, the magistrate meticulously plans to forge a connection with the boat's owner. Meanwhile, the pragmatic owner of the painting boat, sensing an opportunity for personal gain, proactively seeks to gain favor with the influential new official.

Unbeknownst to each other, both characters harbor deeply personal agendas that drive their interactions. What begins as a calculated series of approaches and overtures, fueled by their individual ulterior motives, gradually evolves into an unexpected and authentic closeness. As their relationship deepens, they find themselves navigating a delicate balance between their initial hidden objectives and the burgeoning, genuine bond forming between them. The film beautifully explores the complexities of human connection that blossom even amidst a backdrop of strategic maneuvering and concealed truths.

Producer: iQiyi

Director: Mai Tian [麦田]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Historical; Novel; Romance