Grain in Ear (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2005, Grain in Ear is a drama film directed by Zhang Lu, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. Cui, a young Korean mother living on the outskirts of Chinese society, has a husband in jail and a son to support. She barely makes a living selling kimchi to workers along the side of a bleak, industrial road. A love affair with a fellow Chinese-Korean leads to tragic consequences as Cui struggles against the vulnerability of her position.
Who’s in it. Grain in Ear stars Lianji Liu, Bo Jin, Guangxuan Zhu and Wang Tonghui.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Grain in Ear has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Grain in Ear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Grain in Ear tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Grain in Ear (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Grain in Ear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Grain in Ear worth watching?
- Grain in Ear holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Grain in Ear?
- Grain in Ear stars Lianji Liu, Bo Jin, Guangxuan Zhu and Wang Tonghui.
- When was Grain in Ear released?
- Grain in Ear was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.