March of Happiness

1945-1947, Taiwan. A teenage couple were deeply in love despite objections from the girl’s family. Their tragic story is played out in travelling troupes, tea-houses and western-style cafes, with the backdrop of Japanese occupation and the 28 February Incident.

Director: Lin Cheng-sheng

Cast: Lim Giong, Suzanne Shu-shen Hsiao, Leon Dai, Doze Niu Cheng-Tse, Lung Siu Wa, Grace Chen, Chen Ming-chang, Yeh Tien-lun

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.