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Dating Game: Men Face Love Crisis in China

8/9/2025

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In "The Dating Game," director Violet Du Feng unveils the struggles of men in modern China, grappling with a staggering gender imbalance of 30 million more men than women. The documentary captures their journey at a dating camp led by coach Hao, offering a poignant look at love and longing. Catch its premiere at Sundance, with UK release on September 19 and U.S. debut on October 10.

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Story summary

In "The Dating Game," director Violet Du Feng unveils the struggles of men in modern China, grappling with a staggering gender imbalance of 30 million more men than women. The documentary captures their journey at a dating camp led by coach Hao, offering a poignant look at love and longing. Catch its premiere at Sundance, with UK release on September 19 and U.S. debut on October 10.