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2018 年 4 月 3 日韓國總統文在寅於濟州四三事件 70 週年悼念儀式上的致詞，收進了日籍韓裔導演梁英姬於 2021 年完成的作品《雞湯與意識形態》（Soup and Ideology）中，成為這部紀錄片的註腳，而該片也是梁英姬首次將鏡頭從北韓轉向南韓，從父兄的經歷拉往母系的敘事。
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COVID-19疫情爆發後，《人類簡史》三部曲作者、以色列歷史學者哈拉瑞撰文提出他的擔憂。此次疫情殘酷地曝露出早已存在人類社會的各種問題，一如《微物之神》作者阿蘭達蒂．洛伊（Arundhati Roy）所形容的，疫情照亮了本來被遮蔽之物。當商店、餐廳、工廠和建築工地關閉，富人和中產階級將自己隔離在他們的安居之所時，城鎮開始擠壓出其中的勞動和底層階級，移工、難民首當其衝。此外，疫情亦明顯曝露出，全球最大的公共衛生治理機構世界衛生組織（WHO），在面對COVID-19此類全球大流行的疫情時，無法協助會員國及早建立應變機制的失能狀態⋯⋯
事實上，如何定調光州事件，南韓國內一直存在著「北韓陰謀論」的主張，部分保守派認為光州事件是北韓一手策畫的傑作，藉機擾亂國內秩序、打擊南韓政府，再趁勢南下一統朝鮮半島。軍人獨裁時期的南韓，為了消除任何追求民主自由的聲音，最方便的手段便是將之標籤為「赤色份子」⋯⋯
上述提到的大家所熟知的作品，多少免不了為了視聽效果而進行改編，但近期的紀錄片《光州事件之謎：誰是金君？》，可說更真實地處理了光州事件。它試圖從保存下來的影像文件，和許多當事人的記憶，逐一爬梳，填補事件的全貌。這部紀錄片從一張照片開始：當年中央日報記者於光州現場，拍攝到一片狼藉的抗議街頭裡，有位⋯⋯
Is justice truly equal for all before the law? Like a queen’s chastity once deemed unquestionable, what happens when rigid systems confront the complexity of human nature and circumstance? Who ultimately defines fairness and justice? A wrongful conviction that dragged on for two decades, a protest movement that pitted flesh and blood against authoritarian rule, a death row inmate executed to the cheers of the public—what role did the “law” play in each of these cases? Should we rise up to question the banality of evil, or quietly submit to it? “Judiciary Class” is a name adapted from the popular Korean series Itaewon Class, drawing on the dual meaning of “classroom” and “course.” It symbolizes a shared space for audiences to learn and grow through the films and writings featured in this program—inviting thoughtful debate, diverse perspectives, and deeper exploration of legal and ethical ideas.
The "Two Covenants" refer to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR), which have been in effect in Taiwan for over a decade. At their core, both covenants aim to protect human rights. But what exactly are human rights? And what rights do these two covenants cover? The answers are far too complex for a quick explanation—so why not start with a film? The right to life, children's rights, environmental rights, freedom of assembly, rights of the elderly… The scope of the Two Covenants is as diverse as this film program itself. By watching any of the featured films and filling out a short questionnaire afterward, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the human rights principles within the covenants—and you’ll also have a chance to enter our prize draw! Let’s begin this journey together— and explore the many dimensions of what human rights truly look like.
Since 2020, the world has become a little different. Every morning, I find myself immersed in a mountain of emails—feeling the pulse of the world, exchanging encouragement with filmmakers and distributors across continents. This has become part of my daily ritual. I’ve always believed: the small screen is not a temporary shelter for homeless films. In fact, within the modest window of online streaming, perhaps films can reveal their essence more flexibly, and even forge deeper connections with audiences. Just like in Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin, where the childhood image of a beautiful thunder lizard skin hidden in a cupboard would later become a vital, recurring symbol in a writer’s life—stories can begin anywhere, with anything. This time, I’ve selected five stories: A traveling backpack, a mountain range, a photo of an armed youth, a utopian farm, and an open-plan apartment—each sparking imagination and opening new narrative journeys. May these films nourish your life with inspiration and wonder. And as for tomorrow, I will return—quietly—to my ordinary routine of sending and receiving letters once again.
Period of Martial Law began in 1949 and lingered in Taiwan for nearly 40 years. While maintaining the overall situation, legal, political, and military forces have also left indelible scars in society. Martial law was lifted in 1987, but the scars will not recover automatically. We should always look back and remember how those painful memories led us to freedom. Taking this as a theme, we selected four Taiwanese films to describe the suffering and impact of Martial Law. Also, the classic Blind Chance by Polish director Krzysztof Kieślowski was chosen to present how human beings are at a loss for fate under the cross-national totalitarian rule.
In the process of democratic transition or operation, it is crucial to examine how past regimes or collective atmospheres have violated human rights. Tracing a nation’s dark history is not about seeking revenge, but about rewriting collective memory to reflect on systemic failures and prevent history from repeating itself. It is also a way to restore the innocence of victims and begin a dialogue of reconciliation through the wounds torn open by past atrocities—so that we may learn to coexist. Giloo Documentaries presents a curated selection of films on transitional justice, hoping that those of us living in today’s democracy will better cherish the hard-earned freedom in Taiwan.