Yuhu Wang

A People's Liberation Army division in Xinjiang in 1951 aids in a water conservancy project.

Hasan and Kamila, natives of Xinjiang, one of China's provinces, have loved each other for a long time. But many obstacles stand in the way of their happiness. The fact is that the son of a local wealthy man has decided to take Kamila as his wife against her will. It is difficult to fight such an all-powerful rival! And the heroes have to leave their native places and hide from their pursuers for a long time. Having joined the ranks of the People's Liberation Army, Hasan fights for lasting happiness not only for himself, but for his entire people.

"Afandi" is adapted from Xinjiang Uyghur folklore. The protagonist Avanti uses his ingenuity and wisdom to act for the working people and fight injustices, reflecting the strong love and hatred of the people. China's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1979