VIFF ‘07: Cinema of our Time: The Missing Star

This drama offers a fascinating glimpse into modern day China. From a brief commentary on the Three Gorges Dam, to insights on being a single parent in today’s China, this Italian film ambles along despite its unlikely premise.

So what’s the premise? A technician follows a recently bought blast furnace from Italy to China. This man knows almost no Chinese, has no idea where the factory is that bought it, and knows no one in China. He happens upon the one woman he embarrassed back in Italy in a public library and the story takes off from there.

The film shows us that in an age of greedy globalization, compassion and desire to do the right thing can always succeed, even if in unexpected ways.

Remaining Screenings:
Monday, Oct 8th @ 6:40pm: Empire Granville 7 Theatre 3