“I’m 28 years old now. I used to desire an ideal life when I was a teenager. I don’t see it in this way anymore. There is simply no ideal life. It is only about choosing what kind of regrets you are willing to live with.” Hu Bo (1988 - 2017)
"After finishing the movie, Hu Bo committed suicide in October 2017 at the age of 29. This makes "An Elephant Sitting Still" his first and also his last feature film." Hope this movie is going to get the recognition it deserves
@Lustbutler The producer asked him to cut down the length of the movie in consideration of the box office. Hu refused, and the producer even deprived his copyright of owing this movie and told Hu that he had to spend 3.5 million to regain the copyright if he still refused to cut down the length. Hu then committed suicide.
Lustbutler think about the name, have you ever seen an elephant sits on the ground? Even in the animation, don’t you think the image will be look like hopeless. Therefore, tortured by the reality, HuBo escaped
This was a great film. Probably the best Chinese movie I've ever seen. Mainly because it doesn't try to hide the real face of the country and puts some of the hardships the people there face on display for all to see. I wasn't aware that Hu Bo killed himself, but from that I alone I can infer that he had a difficult life, and he immortalized it in this film.
@@doctor9ism Disagree strongly, the hopelessness of the entire Chinese political system is a central theme of the film.. It is why he killed himself. Nothing ever changes because nobody wants to get involved in any disputes. Nobody wants to help one another, everyone is out for themselves, dog eat dog world. That is the true China.
RussianCommissar actually, there are absolutely no political matters in this film. The director didn’t want to criticize anything, instead, he just wanted to express the feelings any person could have, it’s 100% pure. And he killed himself because of the disagreements between him and the producer, who wanted to cut this film to earn more.
@@HeyRussianCommissar How is this situation of "dog eat dog world" different from any other country in the world???? Are other countries really so perfect that people are dancing hand in hand singing kumbaya and don't ever kill themselves? Japan is the ideal pet child of the West, unlike China, but they have a high suicide rate. Your critique suffers from ignorant, childlike understanding of China and reductionism to " depression because CCP" lol.
The biggest irony of this movie is this is the type of movie that the Chinese censors and government would hate to promote, because it doesn't paint China in a glamorous light. But that's the very reason why this movie is so moving: it's the real thing, it's human and moving and beautiful and painful. It makes me actually want to visit China, and put myself in the character's shoes. It's not about presenting yourself or your country in a perfect light; when you show that your people feel pain and anger and strife like everyone else, then everyone starts to admire and want to learn from you. Hu Bo in one movie does more to advance Chinese cinema than all the other movies that are watered down to make foreigners think that China is perfect or wonderful. More of this, less of that. Anguish is beautiful and moving; Chinese cinema is some of the best at expressing this kind of internal pain. Bravo Hu Bo; you left us too soon. Godspeed.
random weekly spotify give me hualun elephant song, and brought me here. watch this movie last night, must be the best chinese movie I ever watch. Rest in peace Hu Bo
The Cat Okay Mr.Edgy! It’s not a cowardly way out, Life is painful and sometimes those already hurt can’t find the strength and sometimes we give up. Doesn’t mean they are a coward though
we should understand that not everyone has the same strength as other people that they went through so much pain but still continue and trying to make their life as best as they can...from the other hand other people don't have that strength ( cause they didn't hard-pressed from a young age) and when they faced the hard face of the life they just gave up...BUT everyone has different experiences in life and it's very important not confuse our experiences with someone else cause we don't know if someone went through hell or not...
@@Gramsci89 I don`t know. I live in Berlin and the movie just got a very limited release here with german subtitles. Saw it in a screening on Saturday afternoon with some 20 people in a small theatre.
@@abigailhe7729 Just saw it yesterday in a small theatre in Berlin! It was beautiful, a work by a poet! Sadly he chose to end his life too soon! The sadness and the beauty of the picture is overwhelming.
@@paulhoffmann3405 Yeah, the sadness is overwhelming. The movie is very personal and speaks to the audiences who wanna talk about life, not to those who are looking for entertainment.
I really like long films and I'm probably going to watch this soon but I fear sudden death from an overdose of watching the back of people's heads as they walk.
I didn’t watch this film. Too pessimistic for my taste. But I understand what Hu Bo felt. I am younger than him but I understand where he comes from. Not everyone is so lucky to have an easy life from start. But I do believe that hardship leads to better days no matter what. I wish he could see the success of his message and how so many people can relate. Maybe he would have changed his view on this world ❤🕊 胡波
Sooo long I fell asleep. Good thing I like the lead actor and the cinematography, the location is one of the worst polluted city in china and you can almost breathe the air just by watching.
Right? I mean it's ideal to watch the film in one take but this one, you have to take breaks in order to fully enjoy it and not get bored with it. Very slow paced and little "action" scenes, this film took me like 4 breaks, but in the end it was worthy. Great film, so meaningful and powerful with a lit of criticism, desperation and sadness but it also have a bit of hope and happiness. It felt like a journey watching this and it was so nice having this ride with Hu Bo, may he rest in peace.
Yeah, probably, but it was a cathartic kinda of sad, at least for me. what made me REAL sad was learning about Hu Bo's death and the fact that this film was basically his suicide note.
@@user-vx1ut3dv5d Phew, i thought you spoiled the movie for a second, but you meant the director haha. Aw thats sad... Im 1/4 into the movie, so far it really embraces you with emotions.
To being honest i didnt like it very much , it wasnt for the lenght itselft, is mostly for the way of how its was narrated and the acting in general its seems me mediocre and too much pause in places and moments where it wasnt really necesary ,and didnt make me empathize in any way as well as to actually portray iin a correct way the hardships that they where going through, and the ending it also wasnt my cup of tea. Althought i really respect each one opinion, i also have some movies that are my favorites that i pretty sure that many people would think that are really bad but to me are something like masterpieces, i could reccomend to those interested in one called *Ode to the Goose* beautiful movie and its feels like some kind of nostalgia, and its like you where there feeling the breeze of the air as well as like each day goes by, has some nice messages that you could catch. Another one i think of the same director called *fukuoka* also amaizing movie detaches the same feelings that the previous mentioned i reaccomended them 100%.
this film is definitly not everyones cup of tea but i keep it as a hidden gem that i only recommend to the most die hard film fans i meet. movies cant be more then just action on a screen or that film you watch when high. they can be an intimate experiance.
THIS MOVIE WAS VERY SLOOOOOW! This movie could have been 2hours 30 minutes. they would just keep quiet for like 30 minutes?? what do you call that?? IM SORRY BUT I DIDNT ENJOY IT. IT WAS JUST LUKEWARM AND PLAIN!
The Director wanted to make a movie with a message unhindered by time restraints. You don’t have all day but guess what, this movie isn’t about you. Have you noticed that your comment is at the bottom? Ever wondered why? It’s all the dislikes your comment has got, no one agrees with your pea brained take. You are a loser, grow up. You are the type of people this movie is trying to say suck. Brain dead lemming.
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“I’m 28 years old now. I used to desire an ideal life when I was a teenager. I don’t see it in this way anymore. There is simply no ideal life. It is only about choosing what kind of regrets you are willing to live with.” Hu Bo (1988 - 2017)
I cried for real reading your comment. This movie haunting still.
Is he depressed?
@@syahliar He committed suicide after finishing the film.
@@agustinl2302 So to answer the question; yes, he might have had some traits
@@x0lif3 I almost cried reading that phrase, too. I love this film ... R.I.P. Hu Bo
Watched it yester day. Really great film, a masterpiece. The last hour felt like a minute
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"After finishing the movie, Hu Bo committed suicide in October 2017 at the age of 29. This makes "An Elephant Sitting Still" his first and also his last feature film."
Hope this movie is going to get the recognition it deserves
@Lustbutler The producer asked him to cut down the length of the movie in consideration of the box office. Hu refused, and the producer even deprived his copyright of owing this movie and told Hu that he had to spend 3.5 million to regain the copyright if he still refused to cut down the length. Hu then committed suicide.
@Lustbutler there must be some reasons deeply，respect for his choice and his own sacrifice for his work
@Lustbutler yes,its his choice,not ours,its not easy to understand for us and even for some people,so enjoy the fim and show some respect.
Lustbutler think about the name, have you ever seen an elephant sits on the ground? Even in the animation, don’t you think the image will be look like hopeless. Therefore, tortured by the reality, HuBo escaped
Lustbutler If you watch the film, you will see the hopelessness inside
A film that grabs at your very existence and doesn’t let go. You won’t stop thinking about this one. Epic film making. Rest in Peace Hu Bo.
This movie was his suicide note to the world
"你總想著逃，想著到下一個環境一切就會變好了，要是依舊不如意，那就再逃到下一個地方，你把生活變成了一場逃亡，其實不是糟糕的生活找上你了，而是你把生活過糟了，停下來，去面對，才能解決問題，把逃亡變成旅行，停下來才能看得到風景… "--《大象席地而坐》
Masterpiece. My top ten of all time.
Gimme the list please, it seems like u got a good taste
@@mol_1999 haha
@@vecna8243 what? I wasn't joking. Gimme ur top 10 best filmes then
i believe everyone could have their preferences, but masterpiece?
@@mol_1999 wong kar wai movies
Having watched this last night - I am utterly amazed and so thrilled that it's as good as I hoped it would be. a film that will endure I hope.
One of the best movies ever made.
This was a great film. Probably the best Chinese movie I've ever seen. Mainly because it doesn't try to hide the real face of the country and puts some of the hardships the people there face on display for all to see. I wasn't aware that Hu Bo killed himself, but from that I alone I can infer that he had a difficult life, and he immortalized it in this film.
The movies purpose is not about showing the hardship of China. You are missing the point. It’s more of a philosophical question over life itself.
@@doctor9ism Disagree strongly, the hopelessness of the entire Chinese political system is a central theme of the film.. It is why he killed himself. Nothing ever changes because nobody wants to get involved in any disputes. Nobody wants to help one another, everyone is out for themselves, dog eat dog world. That is the true China.
RussianCommissar
actually, there are absolutely no political matters in this film. The director didn’t want to criticize anything, instead, he just wanted to express the feelings any person could have, it’s 100% pure. And he killed himself because of the disagreements between him and the producer, who wanted to cut this film to earn more.
@@doctor9ism I did not say the hardship is the point. It's just the wallpaper.
@@HeyRussianCommissar How is this situation of "dog eat dog world" different from any other country in the world???? Are other countries really so perfect that people are dancing hand in hand singing kumbaya and don't ever kill themselves? Japan is the ideal pet child of the West, unlike China, but they have a high suicide rate. Your critique suffers from ignorant, childlike understanding of China and reductionism to " depression because CCP" lol.
Mastrful film - perfect filmmaking. Hu Bo along with his superior craft is missed dearly. RIP
A masterpiece of slow cinema. Rest in peace Hu Bo
The biggest irony of this movie is this is the type of movie that the Chinese censors and government would hate to promote, because it doesn't paint China in a glamorous light. But that's the very reason why this movie is so moving: it's the real thing, it's human and moving and beautiful and painful. It makes me actually want to visit China, and put myself in the character's shoes. It's not about presenting yourself or your country in a perfect light; when you show that your people feel pain and anger and strife like everyone else, then everyone starts to admire and want to learn from you. Hu Bo in one movie does more to advance Chinese cinema than all the other movies that are watered down to make foreigners think that China is perfect or wonderful. More of this, less of that. Anguish is beautiful and moving; Chinese cinema is some of the best at expressing this kind of internal pain.
Bravo Hu Bo; you left us too soon. Godspeed.
The film isn't about China, it's a philosophical film
You! Black Emperor
Lol, u havent watched chinese movies, there are a lot that show a "different China"
Seen it two times... it's truly majestic
random weekly spotify give me hualun elephant song, and brought me here.
watch this movie last night, must be the best chinese movie I ever watch.
Rest in peace Hu Bo
Masterpiece. So sad for Hu Bo
Sadly the director has passed away, really looking forward to this movie.
suicide is the cowards way out, probably thought it would make this film important
@@thecat8513 such a shallow comment
Passing away and killing oneself are two different things
The Cat Okay Mr.Edgy! It’s not a cowardly way out, Life is painful and sometimes those already hurt can’t find the strength and sometimes we give up. Doesn’t mean they are a coward though
we should understand that not everyone has the same strength as other people that they went through so much pain but still continue and trying to make their life as best as they can...from the other hand other people don't have that strength ( cause they didn't hard-pressed from a young age) and when they faced the hard face of the life they just gave up...BUT everyone has different experiences in life and it's very important not confuse our experiences with someone else cause we don't know if someone went through hell or not...
One of my favorite films this year!
Movie : An elephant sitting still
Genre : *depression*
He delivered the message perfectly
True, i agree.
What is the music? It's beautiful...
actually i dont know its english name,song name:坏孩子的天空，singer：花伦.due to copyright,maybe you cannot get it easily.
坏孩子的天空 is only the first bit at the very beginning of the trailer, the part with the chanting is called 大象by the same artist
they didn't release the whole album on bandcamp,kind of pity
U can listen in Spotify app
Pilgrim Patton It’s music by HuaLun, called “Elephant” and “An Elephant Sitting Still”
Please buy it people...it’s on amazon now
Link?
THE Movie of Our Generation.
Rest In Peace Hu Bo.
Just saw it! Very moving!
how can you watch it with eng subtitles?
@@Gramsci89 I don`t know. I live in Berlin and the movie just got a very limited release here with german subtitles. Saw it in a screening on Saturday afternoon with some 20 people in a small theatre.
@@Gramsci89 By downloading the movie from pahe website
freaking awesome film man. i am just 1 hour 10 minutes into it and i am having so many thoughts
RIP Hu Bo
Love the music love ❤️ this movie!
best film of the millennium
Agreed
True
This is a must watch. However the length is quite long! lol 3 hour and 50 minutes
i have developed a strange attachment with this film and its director, it lingers in the air way more than 3 hour and 50 mins.
I watched it ealir this year. It's totally worthy!!
@@abigailhe7729 Just saw it yesterday in a small theatre in Berlin! It was beautiful, a work by a poet! Sadly he chose to end his life too soon! The sadness and the beauty of the picture is overwhelming.
@@paulhoffmann3405 Yeah, the sadness is overwhelming. The movie is very personal and speaks to the audiences who wanna talk about life, not to those who are looking for entertainment.
Not once did I check my phone for the time. Doesn't feel like 3 hours and 50 minutes at all. Good movie!
thanks for the great work, RIP
I really like long films and I'm probably going to watch this soon but I fear sudden death from an overdose of watching the back of people's heads as they walk.
Beautiful film, masterpiece 👌 I'm still thinking about it
I didn’t watch this film. Too pessimistic for my taste. But I understand what Hu Bo felt. I am younger than him but I understand where he comes from. Not everyone is so lucky to have an easy life from start. But I do believe that hardship leads to better days no matter what. I wish he could see the success of his message and how so many people can relate. Maybe he would have changed his view on this world ❤🕊 胡波
You are young. You will understand him once you reach his age.
what song is this????
壞孩子的天空 and 大象
I don't know there are English titles or not though.
Can anyone suggest more movies like this pls
Eureka 2000 by shinji aoyama
After Sun, Manchester By The Sea and also Monster (Recent japanese film by Hirokazu Koreeda)
This film is a modern-day SÁTÁNTANGÓ
Lmao have you watched films of Lav Diaz especially From What Is Before?
Pengyuchang
Sooo long I fell asleep. Good thing I like the lead actor and the cinematography, the location is one of the worst polluted city in china and you can almost breathe the air just by watching.
When I go you worms best believe you’re coming with me. We will all burn in hell together.
Is this the longest movie ever? Almost 4 hours! Beats LOTR and Endgame! Thank god I won't be watching at the theatre and can take multiple breaks.
Right? I mean it's ideal to watch the film in one take but this one, you have to take breaks in order to fully enjoy it and not get bored with it. Very slow paced and little "action" scenes, this film took me like 4 breaks, but in the end it was worthy. Great film, so meaningful and powerful with a lit of criticism, desperation and sadness but it also have a bit of hope and happiness. It felt like a journey watching this and it was so nice having this ride with Hu Bo, may he rest in peace.
@@rahalgiovannyloneccio6050 I got the film already. Planning to watch it at higher speed to save time lol
LOTR THE RETURN OF THE KING EXTENDED 4h.20min
Haha, not even close. There was a 21 hour movie called The Innocence released in Bangladesh just a few days ago.
It's not even the longest Chinese film ever made.
Im scared ill be sad after watching this
Yeah, probably, but it was a cathartic kinda of sad, at least for me. what made me REAL sad was learning about Hu Bo's death and the fact that this film was basically his suicide note.
@@user-vx1ut3dv5d Phew, i thought you spoiled the movie for a second, but you meant the director haha.
Aw thats sad... Im 1/4 into the movie, so far it really embraces you with emotions.
THE Film of the 21st century so far... Joker comes next imo. WHAT a multilayered MASTERPIECE!
could be a beautiful movie but there is a lot of camera shake. down vote.
Deep dive into nihilism
To being honest i didnt like it very much , it wasnt for the lenght itselft, is mostly for the way of how its was narrated and the acting in general its seems me mediocre and too much pause in places and moments where it wasnt really necesary ,and didnt make me empathize in any way as well as to actually portray iin a correct way the hardships that they where going through, and the ending it also wasnt my cup of tea. Althought i really respect each one opinion, i also have some movies that are my favorites that i pretty sure that many people would think that are really bad but to me are something like masterpieces, i could reccomend to those interested in one called *Ode to the Goose* beautiful movie and its feels like some kind of nostalgia, and its like you where there feeling the breeze of the air as well as like each day goes by, has some nice messages that you could catch. Another one i think of the same director called *fukuoka* also amaizing movie detaches the same feelings that the previous mentioned i reaccomended them 100%.
this film is definitly not everyones cup of tea but i keep it as a hidden gem that i only recommend to the most die hard film fans i meet.
movies cant be more then just action on a screen or that film you watch when high. they can be an intimate experiance.
THIS MOVIE WAS VERY SLOOOOOW! This movie could have been 2hours 30 minutes. they would just keep quiet for like 30 minutes?? what do you call that?? IM SORRY BUT I DIDNT ENJOY IT. IT WAS JUST LUKEWARM AND PLAIN!
@Sebastian Guła I dont have all day!
The Director wanted to make a movie with a message unhindered by time restraints. You don’t have all day but guess what, this movie isn’t about you. Have you noticed that your comment is at the bottom? Ever wondered why? It’s all the dislikes your comment has got, no one agrees with your pea brained take. You are a loser, grow up. You are the type of people this movie is trying to say suck. Brain dead lemming.
@@RedPlaystationController If you think wasting your time is deep then you’re the brain dead