Description:
In the aftermath of the Chinese Civil War, Chen Yunxuan and his daughter Xiujuan find refuge across the strait in Taiwan in 1949. The decision to flee their homeland was necessitated by dire circumstances and led to a separation from Chen's pregnant wife, who remained in China.Fast forward three decades: Xiujuan, now a grown woman, reconnects with her long-lost mother and discovers a hitherto unknown sibling. This revelation unearths buried emotions, as well as a sense of belonging for both parties involved. The movie delves into the complexities of familial bonds, the resilience of human spirit, and the challenges faced by those torn between their homeland's legacy and the promise of a new life in an unfamiliar land.The film paints a poignant picture of the intertwined destinies of its central characters as they grapple with the consequences of past decisions and the weight of their shared history, even as they forge connections and explore new relationships. In doing so, it offers a nuanced exploration of identity, displacement, and the human capacity to heal from profound loss.
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