West Island movie poster

West Island

October 28, 2000 0h 31m

Originally released in 2000. West Island is a documentary film. directed by Chu Hsien-Jer. At just 31 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

West Island lies south of Penghu, under a square kilometre in size. At its peak, around 200 people lived here, but by 1999, only few remained. It's uncertain if their departure was coincidental. Both the island and its inhabitants have faded into obscurity.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 28, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 0h 31m 31 minutes total
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Language Chinese Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Island about?

West Island lies south of Penghu, under a square kilometre in size. At its peak, around 200 people lived here, but by 1999, only few remained. It's uncertain if their departure was coincidental. Bo...

Who directed West Island?

West Island was directed by Chu Hsien-Jer.

How long is West Island?

West Island has a runtime of 0 hours and 31 minutes (31 minutes total).

When was West Island released?

West Island was released on October 28, 2000 in theaters.