Flavors of Youth

A gentle, nostalgic anthology that lingers on small moments of food, family, and first love, leaving a soft ache of remembered youth.

Directed by

Joshua, Li Haoling

Genres

Animation, Romance, Drama

Starring

Taito Ban, Mariya Ise, Minako Kotobuki

Tagline

Three different stories of youth set in different cities of China.

Overview

The rigorous city life of China, while bustling and unforgiving, contains the everlasting memories of days past. Three stories told in three different cities, follow the loss of youth and the daunting realization of adulthood. Though reality may seem ever changing, unchangeable are the short-lived moments of one's childhood days. A plentiful bowl of noodles, the beauty of family and the trials of first love endure the inevitable flow of time, as three different characters explore the strength of bonds and the warmth of cherished memories. Within the disorder of the present world, witness these quaint stories recognize the comfort of the past, and attempt to revive the neglected flavors of youth.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, earnest and romantic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Memory, coming-of-age, family, love

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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