Review:

'an Elephant Sitting Still' By Hu Bo

overall review score: 4.5
score is between 0 and 5
An Elephant Sitting Still is a 2018 Chinese drama film directed by Hu Bo. The film follows the intertwining lives of four individuals in a northern Chinese city, as they each seek solace and redemption in an elephant that supposedly sits still.

Key Features

  • Intense character-driven storytelling
  • Exploration of themes such as loneliness, despair, and hope
  • Slow-paced cinematography
  • Critically acclaimed for its emotional depth and realism

Pros

  • Emotionally impactful storytelling
  • Strong performances from the cast
  • Beautiful cinematography

Cons

  • Long runtime (almost 4 hours)
  • Slow pacing may not be suitable for all viewers

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Last updated: Sun, Mar 22, 2026, 07:30:32 PM UTC