Taipei Licensed Prostitutes
Originally released in 2001. Taipei Licensed Prostitutes is a feature film. directed by Tsai Tsung-lung. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The TV documentary explores the lives of Taiwan’s licensed sex workers. It follows how, in 1997, Mayor Chen Shui-bian’s sudden abolition of legal prostitution in Taipei stripped more than a hundred women of their right to work, forcing them into a long-term struggle for survival. Through documenting their protests and personal stories, the film uncovers the little-known history of sex workers in Taiwan and examines their struggles under multiple layers of oppression—from political and economic forces to legal and ethical debates.
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- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taipei Licensed Prostitutes about?
The TV documentary explores the lives of Taiwan’s licensed sex workers. It follows how, in 1997, Mayor Chen Shui-bian’s sudden abolition of legal prostitution in Taipei stripped more than a hun...
Who directed Taipei Licensed Prostitutes?
Taipei Licensed Prostitutes was directed by Tsai Tsung-lung.
How long is Taipei Licensed Prostitutes?
Taipei Licensed Prostitutes has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was Taipei Licensed Prostitutes released?
Taipei Licensed Prostitutes was released on March 29, 2001 in theaters.