Meili (2018) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2018 · 88 mins · Chinese

Directed by

Zhou Zhou

Starring

Yun Chi, Li-min Wang, Li Xianjing, Zhou Meiyan, Li Shuangyu

Meili is a young woman facing a series of devastating circumstances. Abandoned by her parents and raised by an infertile sister, she experiences a traumatic event orchestrated by her brother-in-law, resulting in a secret pregnancy. Facing financial pressure from her sister and seeking escape, she flees with her lover Wen to Shanghai, but he unexpectedly leaves her. Struggling with unemployment and heartbreak, she finds temporary solace and work through Yu. Further complications arise when her sister seeks refuge due to family violence, and the resurfacing of her brother-in-law triggers painful memories.