Life is a Long Quiet River (2022)

Other name: 心居, Xin Ju

Description:

"Life is a Long Quiet River" delves into the complex dynamics between two sisters-in-law, Feng Xiaoqin and Gu Qingyu, amidst the bustling backdrop of Shanghai. For a decade, Feng Xiaoqin has been a part of the Gu family, but her ambitious nature has consistently been a point of suspicion for Gu Qingyu. Tensions reach a peak when Feng Xiaoqin urges her husband, Gu Lei, to borrow money from his twin sister, Gu Qingyu, for a house purchase. Gu Qingyu skillfully deflects this request by revealing her own plans to acquire a luxury property.

However, an unforeseen tragedy strikes with Gu Lei's sudden death, drastically escalating the dormant conflicts between the two women. As a newly single mother, Feng Xiaoqin is thrust into formidable challenges that ultimately awaken her true potential. Concurrently, Gu Qingyu undergoes significant transformations, leading her to re-evaluate her perspectives on life. The story beautifully chronicles their arduous journey from relentless confrontation to a profound mutual understanding, ultimately uniting them to jointly shoulder the burdens and future of their family.

Producer: Tencent VideoiQiyi

Director: Teng Hua Tao [滕华涛]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Drama; Family; life; Novel