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Video: Shé (Snake)

Fei, a 16 year old British-Chinese girl, is the top violinist in an elite youth orchestra. When another Chinese violinist arrives to challenge her place, Fei’s anxieties and internalized racism grow to take monstrous physical form. They whisper to her, urging her to be the best, no matter the cost.

Running time: 16 minutes

Director: Renee Zhan

Producer: Jesse Romain

Sundance selection 2024

Screenshot: Shé (Snake)

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4 comments on “Video: Shé (Snake)

  1. jmnewsome93c0e5f9cd
    June 7, 2025
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    Shared joy can emerge from shared sorrow. What a film. Thanks.

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  2. Laure-Anne Bosselaar
    June 7, 2025
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    How wild! What stunning imagination!

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    • Vox Populi
      June 7, 2025
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      Renee Zhan is an incredible young filmmaker. She is very prolific, with many of her short films available on the internet.

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