Connection by Fate
dir. Wan Jen · 1998
Life is a series of interconnected moments that shape our destinies, often in unexpected and profound ways.
"Connection by Fate" weaves a poignant tale of two men bound by tragedy and circumstance, exploring the heavy burdens of loss and the quest for redemption amid urban alienation. This film invites viewers to reflect on the intricate ties that bind us, even in the most challenging of times.
A-Te used to be a social movement fanatic. But after suffering the pain of divorce and the death of his child, he changed his profession and became a taxi driver. Ma Le, a young aboriginal man, came to Taipei alone to earn a living on construction sites. However, unable to bear the exploitation, and in a rage, Ma Le accidentally killed a site superintendent and was sentenced to death. A-Te gave Ma Le a ride in his taxi on the night that Ma Le committed the killing and their two fates were thereafter intertwined.
Talking points
- the impact of personal loss on identity
- the immigrant experience in urban settings
- moral dilemmas in desperate circumstances
- the role of fate in shaping lives
