The Halfway

Sayun Simung

Taiwan / 2025 / Fiction / 14’4”I2605730

Halfway
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SYNOPSIS

A cultural dialogue about life and death, this short film is set against the backdrop of a Tayal people's community.It tells the subtle connections between life and death, exploring the clash between traditional culture, religious beliefs, and modern life.The story centers around a funeral in the tribe, where the supernatural actions of a "dirty little boy" weave together the souls, rituals, and emotional entanglements between family members.

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