A City of Sadness
1989·Movie·
·2h 38min


Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
The story of a family embroiled in the "White Terror," the Kuomintang government's anti-communist political repression that was wrought on the Taiwanese people from 1947-1987.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersLoss Of InnocenceFamily BondsBetrayalLove Conquers AllThe Cost Of AmbitionSacrifice
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersClass StrugglePolitical IntrigueSocial RevolutionUnrequited LoveMarital StrugglesForbidden LoveLove TriangleComing Of Age
- Pacing
- Narrative
- Character Types
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Hou Hsiao-hsien, Chen Hwai-En, Chang Tso-chi
Written by:
Wu Nien-jen, Chu Tien-wen
Produced by:
Yau Fook-Sang
Cast
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