Flavors of Youth
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Flavors of Youth

Three different stories of youth set in different cities of China.

6.9 / 10 2018 1h 14mPG-13 Chinese
AnimationRomanceDrama

Storyline

The rigorous city life of China, while bustling and unforgiving, contains the everlasting memories of days past. Three stories told in three different cities, follow the loss of youth and the daunting realization of adulthood. Though reality may seem ever changing, unchangeable are the short-lived moments of one's childhood days. A plentiful bowl of noodles, the beauty of family and the trials of first love endure the inevitable flow of time, as three different characters explore the strength of bonds and the warmth of cherished memories. Within the disorder of the present world, witness these quaint stories recognize the comfort of the past, and attempt to revive the neglected flavors of youth.

Cast & Crew

Taito Ban

Taito Ban

Xiao Ming (voice)

Lead
Mariya Ise

Mariya Ise

Young Xiao Ming (voice)

Minako Kotobuki

Minako Kotobuki

Yi Lin (voice)

Haruka Shiraishi

Haruka Shiraishi

Lulu (voice)

Hiroki Yasumoto

Hiroki Yasumoto

Steve (voice)

Takeo Otsuka

Takeo Otsuka

Li Mo (voice)

Ikumi Hasegawa

Ikumi Hasegawa

Xiao Yu (voice)

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Joshua's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Flavors of Youth is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker