Upcoming Summer (2021)

Released: 2021-07-30 Recommended age: 10+ IMDb 6.8
Upcoming Summer

Movie details

  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Director: Leste Chen
  • Main cast: Zhang Zifeng, Leo Wu, Hao Lei, Zu Feng, Liu Xiaohai
  • Country / region: China
  • Original language: zh
  • Premiere: 2021-07-30

Story overview

In 'Upcoming Summer,' a white lie sets off a chain of events that brings teenagers Chen Chen and Zheng Yuxing together, forming a deep friendship as they navigate the complexities and harsh realities of growing up. This Chinese drama-romance explores themes of honesty, adolescence, and emotional bonds against the backdrop of a pivotal summer.

Parent Guide

A gentle coming-of-age drama about teenage friendship and honesty, with minimal concerning content but emotional themes that may require discussion.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
None

No physical violence or perilous situations depicted.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

Some emotional scenes involving friendship conflicts and growing-up anxieties that might be mildly unsettling for sensitive viewers.

Language
None

No offensive or strong language expected in this family-friendly drama.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity; focuses on platonic friendship and emotional connections.

Substance use
None

No depiction of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco use.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Contains emotional scenes about friendship, honesty, and adolescent challenges that may resonate deeply with viewers.

Parent tips

This film focuses on teenage relationships and coming-of-age challenges without explicit content. It's suitable for older children and teens who can handle emotional themes. Parents may want to watch with younger viewers to discuss friendship and honesty.

Parent chat guide

After watching, talk about how the characters' lie affected their friendship and growth. Discuss real-life situations where honesty matters in relationships. Explore how the film portrays the transition from childhood to adolescence.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What did you think about the friendship in the movie?
  • Why do you think telling the truth is important?
  • How did the characters change throughout the story?
  • What would you have done differently in their situation?
  • What does the film say about the challenges of growing up?
  • How does the movie portray the consequences of dishonesty in relationships?

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