The Last Year of Darkness

The Last Year of Darkness is a documentary focusing on the alternative youth culture in China. Set against a backdrop of continuous national transformation, the film explores the pressures facing the underground club known as Funky Town.

Directed by Ben Mullinkosson, this was the first of two listed films in his career, preceding his 2025 project Serious People. The production was a joint effort between the United States and China, involving the companies Kindred Spirit, Wavelength, and FLORENCE. The film features appearances by Yihao, Kimberly, Gennady Baranov, Darkle, 647, and Sam Intili, all appearing as themselves.

Released on March 21, 2023, with a runtime of 95 minutes, the film has received a moderate reception from viewers. It holds a rating of 6.7/10 on IMDb based on 360 votes.