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202224 minGdocumentary

Family Trips

202224 minGdocumentary

More than 60 years ago, a father took a one-way train trip to Kaohsiung, where he later became a Japanese tour guide for families.

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More than 60 years ago, a father took a one-way train trip to Kaohsiung, where he later became a Japanese tour guide for families.

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Chi-Tung Liudirector

Chi-Fan Liudirector

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Liuhe Night Market in Kaohsiung is the backdrop for a son's memories of his father. Over 60 years ago, the father took a train to the city, ending up in a new life. He became a Japanese tour guide, spending time with families on trips. Since the pandemic, his work has stopped. The film reflects on their shared moments while traveling together. It captures the bond between father and son amid changing circumstances.

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