Taipei Story
Originally released in 1985. Taipei Story is a drama film. directed by Edward Yang. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tsai Chin, Hou Hsiao-hsien, and Wu Nien-jen
Synopsis
A young woman urgently seeks to navigate the maze of contemporary Taipei and find a future. She hopes that her boyfriend Lung is the key to the future, but Lung is stuck in a past that combines baseball and traditional loyalty that leads him to squander his nest egg bailing her father out of financial trouble.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (130 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Taiwan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Evergreen Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taipei Story about?
A young woman urgently seeks to navigate the maze of contemporary Taipei and find a future. She hopes that her boyfriend Lung is the key to the future, but Lung is stuck in a past that combines bas...
Who directed Taipei Story?
Taipei Story was directed by Edward Yang.
How long is Taipei Story?
Taipei Story has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Taipei Story released?
Taipei Story was released on May 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Taipei Story?
The main cast of Taipei Story includes Tsai Chin, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Wu Nien-jen, Lin Hsiu-Ling, Su-Yun Ko.
Is Taipei Story worth watching?
Taipei Story has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 130 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.