The Boys from Fengkuei

風櫃來的人
The Boys from Fengkuei
Genres: Drama
Rating: 7.1
Language: zh
Year:1983
Country:TW
Runtime: 1h 38min

Where to watch:

Criterion Channel (Criterion Channel)

Description:

The coming-of-age tale unfolds in a remote island fishing village, where our protagonist Ah-Ching and his friends have completed their schooling but find themselves drifting through life, indulging in drinking and brawling as they grapple with the uncertainty of adulthood. In search of purpose, three of the friends embark on a journey to the bustling port city of Kaohsiung, hoping for better prospects. Upon arrival, they navigate the challenging urban landscape by relying on the kindness of relatives and acquaintances, finding shelter in a cramped apartment where Ah-Ching becomes entangled in a neighbor's complicated love life. As they navigate the stark contrast between their idyllic childhood home and the harsh realities of city living, the friends must grapple with their aspirations, friendships, and evolving identities while forging a path towards adulthood in this captivating, character-driven drama.

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