Play While You Play
dir. Hou Hsiao-hsien · 1981
True connection with others can profoundly change our understanding of life and ourselves.
"Play While You Play" is a poignant exploration of love and connection, set against the backdrop of Taiwan’s evocative landscapes. It captivates through its delicate portrayal of relationships and the profound silence that often accompanies them.
A photographer travels with her boyfriend to a seaside village in Penghu. There she strikes up a relationship with a blind man. When they reencounter one another back in Taipei, where he is preparing to undergo an operation to restore his sight, their connection intensifies.
If you liked this
The Road to Mandalay
