1. Upstream | Greeting: Xu Zheng - video Dailymotion
13 sep 2024 · Gao becomes a delivery rider after suffering a series of disasters and along the way, rediscovers the courage and conviction he thought he ...
2. Xu Zheng: How a filmmaker holds up a mirror to the country - Table.Media
27 aug 2024 · "Upstream" (逆行人生) is the movie of the summer in China. Directed by Xu Zheng, one of the country's best-known directors and actors, the film ...
Xu Zheng, one of China's best-known directors and actors, seems to have pulled off another box office hit: His new film focuses on the country's immense economic problems – and ends on a hopeful note.

3. 'Upstream': The Delivery Rider Drama That's Dividing China - Sixth Tone
19 aug 2024 · The highly anticipated new movie promised to highlight the struggles faced by China's gig workers. Many say it has failed to deliver.
The highly anticipated new movie promised to highlight the struggles faced by China’s gig workers. Many say it has failed to deliver.

4. Filmmaker Xu Zheng explores world of delivery workers_china.org.cn
5 aug 2024 · The film vividly captures the living conditions, joys, sorrows and dangers faced by delivery workers who are always on the road. "I hope to ...
Filmmaker Xu Zheng has turned his lens to the lives of food delivery workers, creating a touching, realistic drama to inspire everyone especially those facing hardship.
5. Alibaba Pictures Unveils Seven Tentpole Movie Slate at Shanghai
20 jun 2024 · Feng Xiaogang, Xu Zheng and Guan Hu tentpole films are in the works, Alibaba Pictures revealed this week in Shanghai.
Feng Xiaogang, Xu Zheng and Guan Hu tentpole films are in the works, Alibaba Pictures revealed this week in Shanghai.

6. Cinema refuses to screen 'Upstream,' sparking controversy - Global Times
6 aug 2024 · Limited-time screenings and pre-sales recently began for Chinese director Xu Zheng's new film Upstream. However, one cinema issued a ...
Limited-time screenings and pre-sales recently began for Chinese director Xu Zheng's new film Upstream. However, one cinema issued a statement on Monday announcing its refusal to screen the film, which sparked widespread discussion online.

7. Xu Zheng responds to the difficulties of new film consumption
18 aug 2024 · Xu Zheng's new film "Reverse Life" was released on August 9. So far, the cumulative box office in 9 days is only 284 million (RMB, ...
Xu Zheng's new film "Reverse Life" was released on August 9. So far, the cumulative box office in 9 days is only 284 million (RMB, the same below), which is far
8. Analyzing the Controversy Surrounding Xu Zheng's Latest Film
28 aug 2024 · This portrayal has been criticized for its lack of authenticity. While the film aims to shine a light on the difficulties faced by gig economy ...
The Fallout from a Broken Industry Norm
