Vicky Chiang

A boy experiences first love, friendships and injustices growing up in 1960s Taiwan.

This film is a mix of documentary and drama, featuring interviews, acted scenes, and imaginative elements. It delves into Taiwan’s fashion scene and way of life, combining the perspectives of designers, workers, and consumers. The movie shows how individuals pursue ideals influenced by media and trends. Through its portrayal of fixations on youth, beauty, and consumerism, it raises the question: do we discover ourselves through fashion or lose our sense of self?

Trying to fit in with the “cool” clique at school, the quirky girl Tian strikes up a conversation with classmate Niu Niu, hoping to buy weed. A spiral of misunderstandings unfolds.