When The Tiger Roars

In a tranquil village, 12-year-old Dan must confront school bullying and his strained relationship with his father. However, his weekend descends into chaos when a tiger escapes from the zoo. This story intricately weaves together the delicate and complex connections between school, family, and community, revealing how conservative father-son relationships ferment and reach understanding amidst pressure and love.

Film Advisory Content: School Bullying, Emotional Distress, Child Aggression

Credits
Writer: LAM Can-zhao, WEN Shida
Producer: Lam Can-zhao, Tammy Tai
Executive Producer: Jeremiah Foo, Yana Lekarska
Director of Photography: Haokun Gou, Pan Wenhua
Editor: Lam Can-zhao
Production Designer: Tiana Ni
Composer: Mu Qingfeng
Sound Designer: Lai Wenhua
Music: Mu Qingfeng
Co-producer: Jessica Shi

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