Hani (2024)

This dramatic film reveals the difficult reality of child marriages fueled by poverty in China. Despite the Chinese government's efforts to conceal this issue, arranged marriages and bride-buying persist in rural areas. The filmmakers experienced these practices personally, through their own families. The story follows 14-year-old Hani, who longs to marry Pushiha. But in their village, each bride demands a significant payment. Driven by desperation, Hani considers illegal ways to earn the money. This poignant, true story echoes a tragic tale of young love and harsh realities.