Van Pianist (2025)

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In 2020, Wuhan resident Haitao Peng lost his father and newborn son. He took up piano and eventually played in the city's streets, transporting it in his van. Mourning his losses, this private ritual gradually took on deeper meaning during China's nearly three-year pandemic controls, which ended abruptly in late 2022. The film reflects on the rarely discussed closing chapter of China's Zero-COVID policy and the fragile balance between public health and personal freedom.

Director: Hetong Zhang
Runtime: 15 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Van Pianist about?
In 2020, Wuhan resident Haitao Peng lost his father and newborn son. He took up piano and eventually played in the city's streets, transporting it in his van. Mourning his losses, this private ritual gradually took on deeper meaning during China's nearly three-year pandemic controls, which ended abruptly in late 2022. The film reflects on the rarely discussed closing chapter of China's Zero-COVID policy and the fragile balance between public health and personal freedom.
Who directed Van Pianist?
Van Pianist was directed by Hetong Zhang.
How long is Van Pianist?
Van Pianist has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).