I found this film disturbing, because it illustrates starkly how foreign a concept democracy has become to the Chinese. This film follows an election campaign for class monitors/prefects in a Chinese primary school, and there is a scene where the teacher struggles to explain what a democracy is, and the children at first struggle to understand the concept of voting for their leaders. Once they get into their stride however, the insults and backstabbing really take off amongst the candidates! So, much like any British general election! This is a very inciteful documentary into the difficulties the Chinese may face in moving towards a democratic future, but there are moments of sheer joy for the viewer.
Review of Please Vote for Me
