Sunset Over the Horizon movie poster

Sunset Over the Horizon

December 14, 1968 1h 48m

Originally released in 1968. Sunset Over the Horizon is a drama film. directed by Lin Fu-Ti.

Starring Tsai Yang-Ming, Cheung Ching-Ching, and Chin Tu

Synopsis

As the sun sets over an Okinawan beach, penniless middle-aged Taiwanese priest Ching-wen meet Shizuko, a young Japanese woman gazing at the ocean. Drawn by her yearning for a love built on romance rather than convenience, Shizuko defies her parents’ wishes to marry into wealth and boldly pursues a relationship with Ching-wen. However, their May-December romance faces challenges beyond age, identity, and societal judgment. Beneath the surface lies a deeper obstacle rooted in Ching-wen’s past. On the beach where love both begins and ends, Shizuko and Ching-wen must confront the weight of history and personal trauma. Can their love transcend the barriers of age, culture, and a troubled past to endure?

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 14, 1968 57 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country Taiwan Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sunset Over the Horizon about?

As the sun sets over an Okinawan beach, penniless middle-aged Taiwanese priest Ching-wen meet Shizuko, a young Japanese woman gazing at the ocean. Drawn by her yearning for a love built on romance ...

Who directed Sunset Over the Horizon?

Sunset Over the Horizon was directed by Lin Fu-Ti.

How long is Sunset Over the Horizon?

Sunset Over the Horizon has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was Sunset Over the Horizon released?

Sunset Over the Horizon was released on December 14, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Sunset Over the Horizon?

The main cast of Sunset Over the Horizon includes Tsai Yang-Ming, Cheung Ching-Ching, Chin Tu, Chou Yu, Su Chu.