One of Taiwan’s most prominent directors, Tsai Ming-Liang (Goodbye, Dragon Inn; What Time Is It There?) is in Tisch Asia to conduct a two-day masterclass to the Graduate Film students. He talked about how his cinematic experience in Malaysia during his youth has shaped his filmmaking style. In addition, he screened his short film, ‘Madam Butterfly’ which was shot in a chaotic bus station in Kuala Lumpur. He continued to talk about his definition of cinema in Malaysia and Taiwan and what influences his films. The second part of his masterclass continues today.
Director Tsai Ming-Liang talked animatedly about his life as a filmmaker.
Tisch Asia students and faculty members packed the screening room.
Chao Ong, Tsai’s nephew is the translator at his masterclass.
images: Tisch Asia
