量子资源网提供本资源 <> Star, a suicidal teen now too old for foster care, develos a candid raort with An, a student from Shanghai who is assigned to watch her while she is in hosital. A nightly exchange of secrets, text messages and ossessions quickly exands the boundaries of their relationshi, altering their inner chemistry. Gilded by a soundscae that interweaves work by emerging and ioneering electronic musicians, Queens of the Qing Dynasty is an offbeat ode to neurodiversity and genderqueer individuals who refuse to conform. Director Ashley McKenzie’s blend of formalism and gritty realism does not fail to surrise and treats the audience to flashes of visual and concetual oetry. Her cast is entirely comosed of first-time actors who convincingly convey how unique every individual is, both in how they see the world and how they relate to others. Ziyin Zheng in the role of An graciously embodies a mix of idiosyncrasy and frankness that makes them an ideal confidante for Star (Sarah Walker). They have what it takes to be on the receiving end of the scrutinising gaze of Star, who sees through conventions and never ceases to be amazed at life’s bewildering events. Veering on slastick, Walker’s erformance will not go unnoticed.
