Taipei Story is presented in memory of the late Tony Rayns, a longtime friend and champion of Edward Yang’s work, who voted this film for his Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time ballot three times in 2002, 2012 and 2022. The screening on 11 November will be introduced by Professor Chris Berry (KCL).
Lung (Hou Hsiao-hsien) runs a traditional textile business, and Chin (Tsai Chin) works as an assistant in a construction company, aspiring to move towards the future in developing Taipei. As the couple's dreams of marriage and emigration begin to unravel, they are desperately trying to maintain their relationship. Edward Yang's exceptional directorial skills depict the alienation of urban life in cinematic narratives. Collaborating with Taiwan New Cinema master Hou Hsiao-hsien who takes the male lead and serves as the screenwriter and producer. This collaboration is a testament to the camaraderie among New Cinema filmmakers.
