Stolen Life is part of The Global Lens Collection

A young girl, Yanni, is taken to live with her aunt and grandmother in Beijing. As an adolescent, Yanni becomes withdrawn and reclusive, believing that she has been abandoned by her parents, and that she has no control over either her life or her fate. Surprising everyone, Yanni is accepted to college. But as she prepares to begin her new life, an encounter with a delivery man triggers a series of unexpected events.

WINNER! Best Film- Tiburon International Film Festival

WINNER! Best Narrative Feature- Tribeca Film Festival

What the Critics are Saying

"Riveting. A polished feminist eye-opener!"- Variety

"Marvelous! Reflects the difficulties and confusions of young adults trying to find their way in the 'new' china."- Film Comment

"Most impressive! Superb performances." - Indiewire

"Brilliant, masterful! An important, memorable film. " - Entertainment Insiders