Film in the Garden: Spring in a Small Town

Fei Mu, director of this classic of Chinese cinema, drew inspiration for his aesthetic from the practice of traditional Chinese painting. The story focuses on Dai Liyan and his family, who have fallen on hard times following World War II and face new challenges when an unexpected visitor from their past arrives. This summer sit under the stars and enjoy the 1984 Chinese cinema classic Spring in a Small Town (not rated), presented in relation to the special exhibition "Brush and Ink: Chinese Paintings from The San Diego Museum of Art Selected by Pan Gongkai." Due to popular demand, the Museum's summer film series has moved to the Botanical Garden east of the Museum to accommodate more attendees. Films are free and open to the public. Grab a blanket, bring a few friends, and be sure to arrive early for a good seat on the lawn. Bring your own picnic dinner or order from Panama 66 (kitchen open until 5:00 p.m., Grab-n-Go available until supplies last). Please note alcoholic beverages are allowed in Balboa Park until 8:00 p.m. Films begin at sundown.