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  • Watch Online / Brain fog (2022)



    Desc: Brain fog: Directed by Jidi Guo. With Jiachun, Siyao, Yedda. A first of its kind intimate look into mental health struggles in China, from the vantage point of 3 young women who are navigating life study, work and life in large urban hubs. Throughout the film the 3 protagonist describe their journey from early signals of feeling 'off', the paths taken in seeking help and receiving diagnosis, weighing treatment options and road to recovery. The perspective of their mother, partner and friends are also featured, wrapped in a strong sense of loving support but also helplessness. This piece subtly reveals some of the gaps in societal understanding, lack of education and shortcomings of the health care system. For international audiences it illuminates the socio-cultural context around a heavily stigmatized topic.