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A Confucian Confusion

1994Movie2 h 9 min

ComedyDrama
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5

A layered, romantic comedy movie about everyday modern life and society.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Don't you break my heart?

Over the course of a few days, the paths of a group of young friends, lovers, and acquaintances in Taipei intersect, prompting them to arrive at realizations about their lives.

Feels like

  • Taiwanese Cinema
  • Relationship Drama
  • Social Commentary
  • Class Conflict
  • Coming-of-Age
  • Urban Life
  • Character-Driven
  • Non-Linear Narrative
  • Thought-Provoking
  • 90s Taipei

Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Edward Yang
Written by
Edward Yang, Yen Hung-ya
Produced by
Yu Wei-Yen
Music by
Antonio Lee

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Facts

October 13, 1994 · 2 h 9 min · Comedy, Drama, Romance

Released
October 13, 1994
Runtime
2 h 9 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Original language
Chinese
Made in
Taiwan
Available in
8 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream A Confucian Confusion?"

Questions about A Confucian Confusion

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Where can I stream A Confucian Confusion?

Criterion

In the United States, A Confucian Confusion streams on Criterion. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is A Confucian Confusion worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75 (IMDb 7.5).

Will A Confucian Confusion make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (6 of 10) and satire (5 of 10).

Is A Confucian Confusion good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is A Confucian Confusion in English?

Chinese

No, it was made in Chinese.