Summer Palace

Beautiful country girl Yu Hong decides to leave her village, family, and lover in search of a new life. She embarks on a journey to Beijing University, opening herself to a world full of possibilities and experiences.

Upon arriving at Beijing University, Yu Hong is introduced to a vibrant and liberated atmosphere. This new environment allows her to explore her desires and discover her identity away from her previous constraints.

During her time at the university, Yu Hong meets fellow student Zhou Wei. Their initial attraction quickly evolves into a passionate relationship characterized by both excitement and turmoil, as they grapple with their emotions.

As their relationship deepens, it becomes a rollercoaster of dangerous games and intricate dynamics. There are moments of profound love interspersed with betrayals and provocations that reflect the chaotic environment around them.

Amid their turbulent romance, political protests begin to rise around them, with students demanding freedom and democracy. The tensions escalate, influencing both their relationship and the general atmosphere at the university.

As the protests surge and ultimately collapse, chaos engulfs the city. Yu and Zhou find themselves separated in the ensuing panic, marking a pivotal moment in their lives where they lose each other amidst the turmoil.

Following the protests, Zhou is sent to a summer military camp as part of the government's crackdown on dissent. This period of separation leads him to reflect on his experiences and feelings for Yu.

After his release from the military camp, Zhou decides to flee to Berlin, seeking distance from his home country and the memories of his turbulent relationship with Yu. This escape represents his desire for freedom and a new start.

As Zhou settles in Berlin, he finds himself amidst growing social unrest in Europe as well. The city is alive with political change and upheaval, mirroring the conflict he left behind in China.

At the height of the protests in Berlin, the Berlin Wall finally crashes down. This monumental event is a turning point in history, and for Zhou, it symbolizes both liberation and unresolved feelings of his past.

Haunted by memories of Yu, Zhou makes the decision to return to China. His journey back signifies not only a physical return but also an emotional reckoning with his past.

Zhou finally finds Yu living in a small town in China, where they come face to face once again. Despite the changes they have both undergone, their reunion stirs up old feelings and unresolved tensions.

Both Yu and Zhou confront how they have changed and what their relationship means now in a vastly different world. They must navigate their emotions and the uncertainties of their future together.

As they look towards their uncertain future, Yu and Zhou ponder whether they can find a way to be together. Their love, tested by time and upheaval, remains a question mark in the face of a changed society.