Hold the Dream (China) by Xiaoyue Zhang
Ghent International Short Film Festival
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18m
"Hold the Dream" tells the story of Yuan Mengjie, a high school student passionate about filmmaking, who struggles to balance his academic responsibilities with his dreams. Through Yuan Mengjie's journey of growth, the film portrays the hardships and beauty of pursuing dreams in youth, conveying the positive message of persevering with one's aspirations and bravely chasing them.
Running time: 00:18:55
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