Days
dir. Tsai Ming-liang · 2021
Life is a series of fleeting connections that highlight the solitude and routine of existence.
Feature
Loneliness & Isolation
Mood
Contemplative / Melancholic
Look
stark urban landscapes contrasted with intimate interior spaces
Structure
episodic with a focus on daily rhythms
Plot
Kang lives alone in a big house, Non in a small apartment in town. They meet, and then part, their days flowing on as before.
Why watch
"Days" invites viewers into a meditative exploration of solitude and connection, where fleeting moments resonate deeply against the backdrop of urban isolation. Tsai Ming-liang's minimalist approach crafts a hauntingly beautiful narrative that lingers long after the credits roll.
Talking points
- the nature of solitude
- the significance of fleeting relationships
- the aesthetics of minimalism in film
- the impact of urban environments on mental health
Cultural context
contemporary urban isolationTaiwanese cinemathe impact of COVID-19 on social interactionexistential philosophy