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Girl

2025 2 h 5 min Drama 女孩

A 1980s-set drama from Taiwan and China centres on a girl whose friendship revives the dreams she had buried, while her mother's past threatens to pull her back.

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About the film

What it’s about

Hsiao-lee finds comfort in her bond with Li-li, who represents the ambitions Hsiao-lee has suppressed. Her hopes are challenged by her mother's history, which mirrors her own struggles and risks trapping her in a cycle of despair.

What hooks you

Directed by Shu Qi, who also wrote the screenplay, this film competed for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival in 2025. The cast includes Roy Chiu and 9m88.

Who it’s for

It will appeal to those who like intimate character studies that explore family bonds and the weight of the past, and to viewers drawn to stories of quiet resilience and friendship.

Technical details
Countries
China, Taiwan
Year
2025
Genre
Drama
Running time
2h 5min
World premiere
Sep 4, 2025
Box office (world)$580,000

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 194 votes
6.6 /10
IMDb
6.3287
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Creative team

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Director Shu Qi
Starring
  1. 01 Roy Chiu Chiang
  2. 02 9m88 Chuan
  3. 03 Bai Xiaoying Lin Hsiao-lee
  4. 04 Lin Pintung Li Li-li
  5. 05 Audrey Lin Li Li-li
  6. 06 Lai Yufei Sister
  7. 07 Ester Lundh Mama-San · Mama-san
  8. 08 Bamboo Chen Boss
  9. 09 Liu Kuanting Basketball Coach

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