Duckweed
dir. Edward Yang · 1981
The pursuit of one's dreams often leads to unexpected challenges and revelations about identity and belonging.
Plot
A young woman leaves her home and boyfriend in rural Taiwan for Taipei with dreams of entering the entertainment industry and gradually discovers the complicated ramifications of her pursuit. A 2-part TV movie and part of the groundbreaking series "Eleven Women," this is Edward Yang's directorial debut.
Why watch
"Duckweed" offers a poignant exploration of ambition and the bittersweet reality of pursuing dreams, set against the backdrop of 1980s Taiwan. Edward Yang's debut is a contemplative journey that captures the essence of youthful aspiration while grappling with the complexities of identity and cultural dislocation.