Taiwanese Film Screening: A Holy Family 島嶼光影灣區影展：神人之家

Join us for a special Taiwanese Film Screening featuring A Holy Family with English subtitles!

Directed by Elvis Lu | Duration: 87 min | Languages: Mandarin, Min Nan with English subtitles

🌏 After a two-decade absence, director Elvis Lu returns home to confront the real reason for his departure: his belief in the psychic abilities of his elder brother, A-zhi. Through daily documentation, he discovers that his absence may be the root of familial distress.

💬 "My mother asked me to go back home, and I understood that she was getting ready to die. I felt unprepared to lose her; I realized there wasn't much time left to settle the family issues that had haunted me. I decided to return home and film our daily life, creating a family video we had never had. This journey has gradually eased the anger and emptiness I felt for so long. Coming back to my family was complicated, but it also brought me back to myself." - Elvis Lu

🎞️ This film chronicles the reunion of Lu with his family, facing the unchanged dynamics that once forced him to escape. It explores themes of faith, family, and personal reconciliation amidst the complexities of life.

📝 Ticket Information: Don't miss this insightful screening! Grab your ticket here.

📍 Location: Unbound Books and Coffee 格外书店

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About the Island Stories Film Festival
We believe that a good film is not just a story, but also a bridge connecting hearts. Through quality Taiwanese films, we aim to showcase the beauty and strength of Taiwan to the Bay Area community. Each story recounts the island's journey towards democracy, environmental sustainability, and gender equality, inviting people from different backgrounds to understand and connect through cinema.
Let’s explore Taiwan together, one story at a time!