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Flavors of Youth (2018)

โ€œThree different stories of youth set in different cities of China.โ€

6.9/10 ยท 595 votes 1h 14m pg-13 RomanceDramaAnimation

#120 of 328 films from 2018 #618 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Yoshitaka Takeuchi, Joshua, Li Haoling

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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.

Cast

Taito Banas Xiao Ming (voice)
Mariya Iseas Young Xiao Ming (voice)
Minako Kotobukias Yi Lin (voice)
Haruka Shiraishias Lulu (voice)
Hiroki Yasumotoas Steve (voice)
Takeo Otsukaas Li Mo (voice)
Ikumi Hasegawaas Xiao Yu (voice)

Facts

Release dateAugust 4, 2018
Runtime74 min (1h 14m) โ€” shorter as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Animation
Original title่‚†ๅผ้’ๆ˜ฅ
LanguageZH
Box office$496,334
IMDbtt8176578

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Questions

How long is Flavors of Youth?
Flavors of Youth runs 74 minutes (1h 14m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Flavors of Youth worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 595 votes, which places it #120 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 64%) and #618 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Flavors of Youth?
Flavors of Youth was directed by Yoshitaka Takeuchi, Joshua, Li Haoling.
Who stars in Flavors of Youth?
Taito Ban as Xiao Ming (voice); Mariya Ise as Young Xiao Ming (voice); Minako Kotobuki as Yi Lin (voice); Haruka Shiraishi as Lulu (voice); Hiroki Yasumoto as Steve (voice); Takeo Otsuka as Li Mo (voice).
What is Flavors of Youth rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Flavors of Youth?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/35936.

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