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Eight Diagrams (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 2009, Eight Diagrams is a drama film directed by Fu Xinhua, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. On the 29th lunar New Year's Eve of the twelfth lunar month of a certain year, it was getting late in Guangzhou. A trance-looking boy drove through the urban jungle, wandering alone on the streets, waiting to meet his girlfriend a few years ago, expecting a result to happen. In an old town, a middle-aged woman brought a girl along the street to beg for food. At the gate of a certain community, they encountered a middle-aged man who was driving around after drinking and eating. The man invited them to have a barbecue at a roadside stall and made a suggestion. In a hospital, two security guards were bored at the gate. After work, I decided to go to a certain village in a city and village to win money after work. Unexpectedly, the night was getting thicker and the flow of people was surging. The Spring Festival Gala is going on grandly, and the air is full of noise and anxiety, three realities Event, tearing apart the absurd reality of the crazy city•••

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Eight Diagrams sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eight Diagrams page.

If you liked it. Fans of Eight Diagrams tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Eight Diagrams (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eight Diagrams change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Eight Diagrams worth watching?
Eight Diagrams holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Eight Diagrams released?
Eight Diagrams was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.