The Hedgehog 2024
In Gu Changwei's *The Hedgehog (2024)*, the line between madness and wisdom blurs as Wang Zhantuan—played with layered charm by Ge You—navigates a world that often finds him bafflingly sane.
Director: Gu Changwei
Cast
Ge You
Wang Zhantuan
Karry Wang
Zhou Zheng
Li Ping
Zhou Xiuling
Liu Weiwei
Zhou Zheng's Mother
Geng Le
Zhou Zheng's Father
Zhang Benyu
Li Guangyuan
Zhao Qianzi
Aunt #2
Li Qianyi
Aunt #3
Lv Xing
Aunt #3's Husband
Zhu Huaixu
Zhou Zheng's Grandmother
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hedgehog (2024) about?
The film follows Wang Zhantuan, a man dismissed as eccentric but secretly wise, and Zhou Zheng, a withdrawn teenager struggling with a stutter. Their unlikeliest of bonds challenges a family's notions of normalcy and belonging.
Who directed The Hedgehog?
The Hedgehog was directed by Gu Changwei, a filmmaker known for his visually rich and emotionally resonant storytelling.
Who stars in The Hedgehog?
The film stars Ge You, Karry Wang, Li Ping, Liu Weiwei, and Geng Le in pivotal roles.
Is The Hedgehog (2024) worth watching?
With its blend of comedy and family drama, *The Hedgehog* offers a fresh, heartfelt take on connection and acceptance. While it may not redefine cinema, its warmth and authenticity make it a charming watch for fans of character-driven films.
How long is The Hedgehog?
Runtime details for The Hedgehog (2024) are not listed.
About The Hedgehog (2024) — A heartfelt comedy-drama about two outsiders finding their place
In Gu Changwei's *The Hedgehog (2024)*, the line between madness and wisdom blurs as Wang Zhantuan—played with layered charm by Ge You—navigates a world that often finds him bafflingly sane. His eccentricities mask a deeper clarity, while Zhou Zheng (Karry Wang), a teenage boy burdened by a stutter, hides a quiet resilience behind a shell of silence. Together, these two outsiders collide with a family's chaos in a heartfelt comedy-drama that asks: what does it mean to be truly 'normal'?
The film, adapted from Zheng Zhi's short story *Immortal Disease*, blends gentle humor with touching moments, painting a portrait of belonging and self-acceptance. As the story unfolds, the contrast between Zhou's internal struggles and Zhantuan's offbeat wisdom creates a dynamic that's as poignant as it is playful. The result is a film that feels both timeless and refreshingly original, offering a tender celebration of life's misfits.
