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District 8

In a future world engulfed in endless war, District 8 is patrolled by only one officer. Distorted radio signals, mysterious distress calls, and relentless gunfire… As the rescue mission unfolds, the hidden truth of time and space in District 8 slowly emerges.

  • Ruixiang Xu
    Director
  • Ruixiang Xu
    Writer
  • Ruixiang Xu
    Director of Photography
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    第8区
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi, Action, Suspense
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 23 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 15, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    120,000 CNY
  • Country of Origin:
    China
  • Country of Filming:
    China
  • Language:
    Mandarin Chinese
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Beijing Film Academy
  • Futurity Short Film Festival ( Held by China Film Critics Association)
    Shijiazhuang, Hebei
    China
    October 18, 2024
    Best Cinematography
  • 14th Macau International Micro-Movie Festival
    Macao
    Macao
    Nomination
  • Cross Strait College Student Short Video Competition
    Hangzhou, Zhejiang
    China
    Best Editing
  • 2024 Must Chinese Youth Film Festival (Held By Macau University of Sciense and Technology)
    Macao
    Macao
    November 30, 2024
    Official Selection
  • 2024 Passion Wave International Film Festival
    Xiamen, Fujian
    China
    December 20, 2024
    Official Selection
  • New Country Plain Film Festival
    Xuchang, Henan
    China
    October 24, 2024
    Official Selection
  • Guangdong- Hong Kong- Macao Greater Bay Area College Student Film Week
    Guangzhou, Guangdong
    China
    November 22, 2024
    Nomination Honor
Director Biography - Ruixiang Xu

Xu Ruixiang, a young director and cinematographer, graduated with a bachelor's degree from the Department of Cinematography of the Beijing Film Academy and is currently pursuing a master's degree at the same institution. During his student years, he showed a boldness and talent in exploring dynamic imagery and specializes in shooting commercial films, such as sci-fi and action films.

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Director Statement

The story unfolds against the backdrop of war, reflecting the turmoil of the present-day world. The protagonist, a soldier, is merely a pawn who only wishes to escape the war. However, from an ethical and moral standpoint, those with blood on their hands must face punishment. He becomes trapped in a time loop, and in the end, will be killed by the next version of himself within the cycle. Through this story, I aim to convey reflections on the concept of a never-ending war in the dimension of time.