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201376 min12documentary

6.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Past Present

201376 min12documentary

6.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Seventy-six minutes of interviews with Tsai Ming-liang's colleagues reveal his artistic voice and contributions to Taiwanese cinema.

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Seventy-six minutes of interviews with Tsai Ming-liang's colleagues reveal his artistic voice and contributions to Taiwanese cinema.

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Saw Tiong Guandirector

Saw Tiong Guanwriter

Chen Shiang-Chyi

Chen Shiang-Chyicast

Hou Hsiao-hsien

Hou Hsiao-hsiencast

Ang Lee

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Tsai Ming-liang, a prominent figure in Taiwanese cinema, is the subject of "Past Present." Filmmaker Saw Tiong Guan conducts interviews with Tsai’s colleagues, revealing insights into his artistic voice. The film also reflects on Guan's personal connection to Tsai and his creative process. Set against the backdrop of Taiwanese cinema, it addresses themes of memory and identity. This 76-minute documentary was released in 2013.

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