Gloaming in Luomu
Gloaming in Luomu is a 2025 Chinese drama film written and directed by Korean-Chinese filmmaker Zhang Lü and stars Bai Baihe, Huang Jianxin and Liu Dan. The film follows a dancer Xiaobai, who after receiving a postcard from her boyfriend, who left without saying goodbye three years ago, travels to the town of Luomu to find out the reason.
It had its world premiere at the 30th Busan International Film Festival in Competition on 21 September 2025, where it won Busan Award for the best film.
Synopsis
Xiao Bai comes to the small town of Luomu, carrying an old postcard from her ex-boyfriend Wang that says 'Gloaming in Luomu.' As she explores the town with the postcard, she finds signs of Wang in different spots. She hopes for a peaceful, short visit, but things change quickly when she meets locals and guests, such as Liu, the wine-loving guesthouse owner, Liu’s boyfriend Huang, and her fun-loving friend Peng.Cast
- Bai Baihe as Xiaobai
- Liu Dan as Sister Liu
- Huang Jianxin as Old Huang
- Wang Chuanjun
Production
The film was shot in the locations at Luomu Town, on the rear part of the foothills of Mount Emei.Release
Gloaming in Luomu competed in the Competition section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival on 21 September 2025 for 'Bosan Awards'.It will be presented in 'From The Festivals - 2025' section of the 56th International Film Festival of India in November 2025.
Accolades
The film competed for various Vision Awards at Busan International Film Festival.| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient | Result | |
| Busan International Film Festival | September 26, 2025 | Busan Awards: Best Film | Gloaming in Luomu | Won |