2016
將和岩井導演線上相會的下午，我們和連俞涵窩在直播場地一角準備進行專訪。Live House 的光線有些不足，正當煩惱該換到哪個場地時，她笑著說：「這裡好像占卜的地方。」隨後自在地入座，跟我們聊生活、聊拍戲，也聊聊自己喜歡的紀錄片。
Everyone feels lonely sometimes. Loneliness is, perhaps, a uniquely human emotion—one with a distinct texture all its own. Even when we're surrounded by others, the feeling of being alone can still linger quietly in the background. Some people embrace their solitude and pour it into their art. Others open up to someone else. But no matter how we deal with it, loneliness never truly disappears. I’m not someone who’s afraid of being alone. In fact, I sometimes find comfort in it. This playlist is built around people I deeply admire—artists, dancers, actors... And as I watched these films, I realized they all had their own special ways of being with loneliness. They embraced it—and in doing so, radiated an unforgettable kind of presence. These stories gave me new energy. I hope they do the same for you.
What joys, struggles, dreams, and doubts shape the everyday lives of queer individuals? As they strive toward self-realization, what vibrant colors do they bring to the world? To celebrate the spirit of Pride, Giloo presents a curated selection of films and documentaries centered on LGBTQIAPK experiences. While you take to the streets for the Pride Parade, we also invite you to step into the love, lives, and stories of queer communities—on screen.
A lifelong companion—or a declared enemy? Love is the most difficult relationship, yet it yields the sweetest fruit. In the face of love, do you reveal your truest self—or something more false? What do you choose to share with your lover? Are you walking hand in hand toward paradise—or toward the beginning of sorrow?
Female power is finally on the rise! Nearly half of the world’s population is female, yet the attention and resources women receive remain disproportionately low. What are women thinking? Are they truly happy living in today’s society? Do they have access to the resources they need to fulfill their potential? Are women born gentle and obedient—or are they shaped that way? What does it take for a woman to become a woman? What kind of “femininity” has been predefined by families and social norms? These documentary films explore the many facets of womanhood—the struggles, the expectations, and the remarkable stories of women who defy conventions and fight to become their truest selves. Is female empowerment truly here? We’ve come a long way, but there’s still much more to do.
The Women’s Literature Research Center at Tamkang University, which is dedicated to reflecting on and exploring issues related to gender, women, and sexuality, presents a special program themed “Women and Everyday Life.” This program spotlights three Taiwanese documentaries—The Lucky Woman?, LOVE Talk, and Small Talk—to explore the struggles of single women navigating between societal norms and personal expectations, the evolving definitions of gender roles within marriage and family, and how a woman who identifies as both a lesbian and a mother reclaims her identity and reaches reconciliation.
Men and women who leave their hometowns to make a living in Kabukicho, a surreal life that unfolds after a same-sex wedding, Amis people fishing for baby eels in the depths of night, a band using music to challenge the system… Through innovative short documentaries, filmmakers capture vivid portraits of people and moments in contemporary society. Join Giloo in diving into the heart of these issues, broadening your perspective, and exploring the rich diversity of today’s world.