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A former DEA agent and a former undercover operative revisit their romance during a fateful weekend in Taipei, unaware of the dangerous consequences of their past.

The best part of the day for a lonely old businessman is when he clocks out after a long day’s work and discovers a new place to eat. Wu Lang spends his days visiting clients in different parts of Taipei. After he finishes work for the day, he then starts his quest to discover hidden gems among the restaurants in the part of town where he ends up. As he explores new restaurants and meets new people, will he be able to dispel a little bit of his loneliness through good food and friendly people?

In 1987 Taiwan, two high school students, who are secretly attracted to each other, navigate the complexities of their feelings amidst societal and personal pressures. As they grapple with their identities and the fear of being judged, their hidden desires and first love slowly come to light.

A former mobster is released from prison and seeks revenge on his former Triad boss, who betrayed him. Along with his brother and a police officer, they work together to dismantle the crime family and bring justice. Loyalty, friendship, and the line between good and evil are tested in this thrilling tale of redemption.

Millennium Mambo follows a young woman named Vicky who is trapped in a toxic relationship with her boyfriend Hao-Hao. As she navigates the vibrant and pulsating nightlife of Taipei, Vicky becomes entangled in a world of drugs and addiction. The film explores themes of love, obsession, and the consequences of destructive choices.

In Taipei, a widowed father who is a master chef struggles to connect with his three grown daughters and finds solace in his love for cooking.

Rebels of the Neon God follows the lives of three disaffected teenagers in Taipei, Taiwan. Their paths intertwine as they navigate themes of identity, alienation, and rebellion against societal norms.

The Wayward Cloud is a controversial avant-garde film that tells the story of a passionate love affair set against a backdrop of a water shortage and drought in Taipei, Taiwan. The film features explicit sexual scenes and musical numbers, exploring themes of loneliness and the search for connection.

Set in a small mining town in Taiwan, Dust in the Wind follows the story of a young couple who navigate the challenges of their relationship amidst the backdrop of the coal-mining industry. They face the pressures of conscription, family responsibilities, and the uncertainty of their future. This poignant film explores themes of love, identity, and the impact of societal changes on a close-knit community.

Nina Wu is a struggling actress who gets her big break in a film, but her dreams quickly turn into a nightmare as she is forced to confront her own trauma and the dark side of the industry. She must navigate auditions, rivalries, and a surprise ending as she grapples with her own sanity.

An anthology of three romantic stories set in different time periods: 1911, 1966, and 2005.

A young man in Taipei becomes obsessed with time after selling a watch to a French woman who is about to leave for Paris. The man starts setting his watch to Paris time and begins to behave strangely. Meanwhile, the French woman struggles to adjust to life back in France. Their paths cross again when the man becomes a street vendor selling watches and the woman visits his stand. The film explores themes of existential loneliness and the concept of time.

At Cafe 6 is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that follows a group of teenagers in Taipei, Taiwan. When a high school student meets a girl at a local cafe, they develop a special bond that grows into an unforgettable friendship. As they navigate through the ups and downs of adolescence, they learn valuable life lessons about love, friendship, and self-discovery.

20 30 40 follows the lives of three women in Taipei, each facing their own unique challenges. Lily, the flight attendant, grapples with her singleness and the pressure to get married. Jing, the singer, struggles with her failing career and a crumbling marriage. Xin, the tennis player, copes with a devastating earthquake that forces her to reevaluate her priorities. The film explores the themes of love, relationships, and the complexities of modern life.

Goodbye, Dragon Inn is a slow and contemplative film that captures the lonely atmosphere of an old-fashioned cinema in Taipei, Taiwan. Set in a cinema showing the 1967 martial arts film Dragon Inn, the movie follows various characters, including a Japanese tourist, a projection booth operator, a cashier, and a swordsman. The film explores themes of existential loneliness, incommunicability, and the end of an era. With very little dialogue, the movie uses long takes to create a haunting and melancholic atmosphere.

Rainy Dog is a neo-noir crime drama about a Taiwanese hitman named Yuji who is living in Tokyo. He leads a lonely and isolated life until he is targeted by a mysterious stalker. As he tries to navigate the dangerous streets of Tokyo, Yuji is forced to confront his past and face the consequences of his actions. Along the way, he forms an unlikely bond with a young boy and a prostitute. Rainy Dog explores themes of loneliness, betrayal, and redemption.

Zero Days is a documentary that explores the world of cyber warfare, focusing on the Stuxnet virus, a top-secret project by the government communications headquarters. It delves into the cyber attacks on Iran and their consequences. The film examines the use of malware and computer worms like Stuxnet to infiltrate nuclear reactors and centrifuges, revealing the escalating cyber warfare between nations. Featuring reenactments and interviews with experts, Zero Days provides a gripping and eye-opening account of the hidden world of cybercrime.

Aissa, a young officer of Algerian origin, tragically loses his life during a fresher initiation ritual at the prestigious French military academy of Saint-Cyr. As the death tears through his family, controversy arises over Aissa’s funeral plans when the Army refuses to take responsibility. Ismael, his older, rebellious brother, tries to keep the family united as they fight to win justice for Aissa.