Solos

In a choral competition, fifth-grader Sun Yue faces a dilemma: should he agree to dress as a girl to achieve formal harmony and help the choir win? This poignant short film uses a lighthearted yet thought-provoking premise to explore themes of peer pressure, conformity, and identity. Through Sun Yue’s internal conflict, the narrative questions the rigid boundaries of gender expression in collective environments. It tenderly captures the awkwardness and vulnerability of growing up, prompting audiences to reflect on the personal cost of striving for collective perfection.