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Walking to School

2009 · 84 min Drama
8.7 / 10 · TMDB

Based on a true story, this film follows a 7-year-old boy, Wawa, and his older sister, Naxiang, who live beside the Nujiang River in Yunnan Province, China. Every day, Naxiang crosses the river to attend school using an overhead cable, but their mother will not allow Wawa to use the cable. Eventually, Wawa secretly uses the cable to cross to the other side. The dangerous activity has deadly consequences, and the siblings’ lives are changed forever.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title 走路上学
Year 2009
Country China
Genre Drama
Director Peng Jiahuang
Runtime 84 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.7/10 (3 votes)

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Walking to School is an exceptional film rated 8.7/10. It ranks among the finest in its genre and is an absolute must-watch for any film lover.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A 2009 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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