About the role of intellectuals during the reform era and their relationships with party cadre.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Zhao ShuzhenHe Qiushi | He Qiushi |
 Tao YulingYe Runfang | Ye Runfang |
 Xu HuanshanHuang Yanfu | Huang Yanfu |
 Li RentangLiang Zhengben | Liang Zhengben |
 Xie FangQu Wenjing | Qu Wenjing |