Xin Yi is presented as a peculiar young man among the medical students. He enjoys singing in the corridors and develops feelings for an older woman connected to his father’s plant. His unusual behavior and romantic interest contribute to the film’s portrait of youthful awkwardness and the varied relationships surrounding Qiu Shui and his classmates.
Jian's strict father who prioritizes family finances over his son's desires. He delays buying Jian a bicycle to fund his younger stepsister's schooling, which indirectly pushes Jian to steal money. He mistakenly accuses Jian of theft, reprimands him, and allows Guei to reclaim the bicycle.
Zhao Yiwei has 7 screen credits in a career dating back to 1993. Signature works include The Road, We Are Brothers, Beijing Bicycle. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
