and thus easily attainable. In one particular shot the wheels of cars and buses roll on in the background revealing the existence of even greater vehicles in the city. Having recently arrived from the countryside, the bustling industry of bicycles is a new phenomenon to Guei. His own bicycle symbolizes hard work and dedication as well as a means for basic survival. Contrastingly, the bicycle signifies a false sense of self-confidence and social acceptance for Jian a city boy from a modest background. To the privileged urban youth and Jian's peers, bicycles are mere sources of entertainment and exhibition. In Beijing Bicycle a confrontation occurs when all three worlds collide with a bicycle. Guei, representing rural traditionalism, manifests extraordinary work ethic and dedication in it
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