Mumu

Plot Overview

Zhang Yixing plays Xiao Ma, a deaf father who relies on his daughter, Mumu (played by Li Luoan). Mumu has acted as her father's "translator" to the outside world since childhood, even helping with work and becoming the family's economic pillar. However, as Mumu approaches school age, she is forced to enter the hearing world, which strains their close relationship. At the same time, a gang that exploits deaf individuals targets Xiao Ma, luring him into a car insurance scam, leading the father and daughter into a moral and survival dilemma. In court, Xiao Ma confesses to his crime, but Mumu resolutely defends him, uncovering deeper family secrets.

Production Background and Highlights

Deepening Social Issues: Continuing his focus on realistic themes, director Sha Mo explores the survival conditions of disabled groups in society, including integration, educational rights, and economic pressure, through the unique perspective of a deaf family. The portrayal of sign language and the silent world is particularly noteworthy.
Actor Breakthroughs: This is Zhang Yixing's first role as a deaf character, performing entirely in sign language and body language. Li Luoan showcases mature acting beyond her years, portraying the resilience and vulnerability of a precocious girl.
Crime and Suspense Elements: Combining family ethics with crime drama, the film reveals the social issues of the deaf community being maliciously exploited through the insurance scam, adding tension to the storyline.

Market Dynamics

In September 2024, the film was selected as a key project in iQIYI's 2024-2025 film lineup. On December 19, the teaser poster and trailer were released, generating discussions around the "contrasting father-daughter" interactions between Zhang Yixing and Li Luoan, with the topic reaching over 100 million views on Weibo in a single day.

(Note: This introduction is based on publicly available information from the producers and promotional content, without unverified details.)