Resurrection

In a world where people have traded immortality for the ability to dream, one woman ventures into the mind of a sacred creature in search of the truth. In this visually breathtaking odyssey, acclaimed director Bi Gan guides audiences through the history of China – and of cinema itself.

In an alternative future, humanity has discovered the secret to eternal life – but only by renouncing the ability to dream. There is just one being left who still possesses this gift: a sacred, white-faced monster. A woman with the rare ability to perceive illusions embarks on a journey into its dream world, where surreal visions conceal deeper truths. This six-chapter science-fiction drama by one of China’s most celebrated young filmmakers, Bi Gan, leads viewers through both the history of China and the very history of cinema. Shifting between narrative modes and visual styles, the director weaves a one-of-a-kind cinematic odyssey – at once mesmerising and bewildering. Prepare yourself for a truly intense experience.