I Thought The Hard Part Was Over. I Was Wrong

Every June, millions of students across China take Gaokao — the National College Entrance Examination. For many families, it is one of the most important days in a student’s life. I spent the day outside a high school in Shanghai, watching the atmosphere before, during, and after the exam. Teachers cheering students on. Parents waiting outside for hours. Small traditions and rituals that have become part of this unique moment. But what happened after the exam caught my attention the most. I thought the hard part was over. I was wrong. This is a small glimpse into education, pressure, family expectations, and what growing up looks like in modern China. 📍 Filmed in Shanghai, China #China #Gaokao #ChinaVlog