International Competition
Yen and Ai-Lee / Xiao Yan Yu Wu Ai-Lee
Tom Shu-yu Lin
Director's bio
Tom Shu-yu Lin
Tom Shu-Yu Lin (林書宇) blends his Taiwanese and American upbringing into a unique cinematic style, showcasing a rich tapestry of cultural influences in his work. His directorial journey began in 2008 with Winds of September, which debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival. This was followed by Starry Starry Night (2011), a film adaptation of the beloved book by celebrated illustrator Jimmy Liao. In 2015, Lin's Zinnia Flower starring Karena Lam received critical acclaim at Busan International Film Festival and garnered a Golden Horse Award for Best Actress. In 2019, Lin helmed The Garden of Evening Mists, a collaboration between HBO Asia and Astro Shaw based on the renowned Malaysian novel of the same name. Premiering at the 24th Busan International Film Festival, the film was lauded with 9 Taiwan Golden Horse Awards nominations, including for Best Picture and Best Director. Lin's latest film is Yen and Ai-Lee (Xiao Yan Yu Wu Ai-Lee), world premiere Busan International Film Festival 2024.
Synopsis
Yen returns to her Hakkanese village in Kaohsiung after serving eight years in prison. Amidst her attempt to reconcile with her widowed mother, the enigmatic and urban Ai-Lee enters. As their fates intertwine, how will they inevitably confront their truths?
Details of Cast
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Details of Crew
Kartik Vijay, Isc. (Cinematographer), Tom Hsinming Lin (Editor), Lichi Kuo (Sound Designer ), Masaki Hayashi (Music)
Producer Details
Clifford Miu, Linhan Zhang
Writer Details
Tom Shu-yu Lin
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