Heartbreak Island
Originally released in 1995. Heartbreak Island is a drama film. directed by Hsu Hsiao-Ming. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Vicky Wei, Jieh-Wen King, and Tsai Chen-Nan
Synopsis
In Taiwan, a young woman, Lin-Lang, is released from prison after serving ten years for terrorist activity. She had turned to bomb making in grief after her mentor and lover, An Rong, who was also her university professor, was arrested for political activity and, she presumed, executed. In prison, she learns Rong is alive, and she maintains her spirits and sanity for the years in her cell by holding imaginary conversations with him. When she is released, she discovers he is married, has a child, and lives conventionally. She finds him; he's not happy to see her. How she reacts to losing the center of her life becomes the subject of the film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 23, 1995
30 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Taiwan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartbreak Island about?
In Taiwan, a young woman, Lin-Lang, is released from prison after serving ten years for terrorist activity. She had turned to bomb making in grief after her mentor and lover, An Rong, who was also ...
Who directed Heartbreak Island?
Heartbreak Island was directed by Hsu Hsiao-Ming.
How long is Heartbreak Island?
Heartbreak Island has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Heartbreak Island released?
Heartbreak Island was released on March 23, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Heartbreak Island?
The main cast of Heartbreak Island includes Vicky Wei, Jieh-Wen King, Tsai Chen-Nan, Cheung Jing-Yue, Wen Ying.