The Crying Bamboo Forest movie poster

The Crying Bamboo Forest

November 19, 2010 1h 18m

Originally released in 2010. The Crying Bamboo Forest is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Umin Boya. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Banay Yukeh, Yi-Fan Hsu, and Isaw Behuy

Synopsis

As a young boy, Fa'aye spent his days alongside his father deep in their lands, surrounded by towering bamboo and learning the ways of Atayal culture and knowledge. Now an elder, Fa'aye is caught between the trappings of the present day and trying to maintain a meaningful connection to his traditional territory, which has now been privatized by the state. With his young grandson in tow, Fa'aye is determined to return to the forest and reassert his duty to care for the bamboo despite the serious legal ramifications of his actions. The Crying Bamboo Forest is a remarkable first feature film that reflects the struggles and challenges currently faced by many Indigenous people living in Taiwan.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 19, 2010 15 years ago
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Runtime 1h 18m 78 minutes total
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Language Chinese Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Crying Bamboo Forest about?

As a young boy, Fa'aye spent his days alongside his father deep in their lands, surrounded by towering bamboo and learning the ways of Atayal culture and knowledge. Now an elder, Fa'aye is caught b...

Who directed The Crying Bamboo Forest?

The Crying Bamboo Forest was directed by Umin Boya.

How long is The Crying Bamboo Forest?

The Crying Bamboo Forest has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).

When was The Crying Bamboo Forest released?

The Crying Bamboo Forest was released on November 19, 2010 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Crying Bamboo Forest?

The main cast of The Crying Bamboo Forest includes Banay Yukeh, Yi-Fan Hsu, Isaw Behuy, Gaki Baunky, Laka Umaw.