A Dance in Vain movie poster

A Dance in Vain

September 6, 2025 1h 26m 6.0/10 (1 votes)

Released just last year. A Dance in Vain is a drama film. directed by Lee Hong-chi. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Wang Zixuan, Wu Yufang, and Yi Du

Synopsis

Monkey has spent years working behind the scenes in a theatre company, barely scraping by in the big city. Day after day, her life feels stuck on repeat. In 2020, her boyfriend, Leo, returned to his hometown and took his own life. Since then, his absence has lingered like a shadow, haunting every street she walks, every breath she takes. Caught in the same routines, she tries to reach out, to share the weight of her exhaustion. But all she hears is: “You should be grateful. You’re already so lucky.”

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 6, 2025 4 months ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (1 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • Southie Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Dance in Vain about?

Monkey has spent years working behind the scenes in a theatre company, barely scraping by in the big city. Day after day, her life feels stuck on repeat. In 2020, her boyfriend, Leo, returned to hi...

Who directed A Dance in Vain?

A Dance in Vain was directed by Lee Hong-chi.

How long is A Dance in Vain?

A Dance in Vain has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was A Dance in Vain released?

A Dance in Vain was released on September 6, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Dance in Vain?

The main cast of A Dance in Vain includes Wang Zixuan, Wu Yufang, Yi Du.