Let the Wind Carry Me
In Character
The Shepherds
The Chinese Mayor
Time Splits in the River
Miracle
Small Oyster Rock in Kezailiao
In Memory of The Chinatown
L.T.K.
Rui-Ming Band
"My Bucket List" holds no grand dreams, only 100 little things yet undone, and a "see you tomorrow" that was never properly spoken. The same goes for "Encore: Before Saying Goodbye"—here, eternity is left unmentioned; there is only the desire to perform one last song for oneself before the lights go down. The scars of youth, the terror at the edge of the boxing ring, the wordless closeness between strangers, and the farewells quietly practiced in daily life—six films, each rehearsing the very same question: If only an encore remains, what sound do you wish to leave behind?
The Blue Light
A Journey in Spring
At The Bench
The Solitary Gourmet
Echoing the core spirit of the 2026 Spot Salon courses, this online film festival is curated around three major themes: "Observation, Creation, and Classics." The program ranges from the Cannes Film Festival, reflecting the latest pulse of world cinema, to the art of transforming life experiences into screenplays, and a retrospective look at the profound humanistic care and cinematic aesthetics in Akira Kurosawa's masterpieces. It guides audiences beyond the viewing experience to reflect on how moving images respond to the times and record life, ultimately inspiring the possibilities of creation. 2026 Spot Salon Course Registration Period: From now until December 30, 2026 Location: 2F Multi-functional Arts Salon, SPOT-Taipei (Film House)
Titane
Holy Spider
The Balconettes
Daughter's Daughter
Labyrinth of Cinema
Island In Between
Noname Square
March: The Southern South
Vancouver TAIWANfest describes itself as “a festival that wildly encourages dialogue.” But when it comes to gender, there are often many reasons not to talk about it. To save face, to protect the bigger picture, to keep family harmony, or simply to avoid discomfort. When words feel difficult, could film offer another way into the conversation? Through moving images, documentaries, and the intimate realities of individual lives, these works bring us closer to one another. Before rushing to say yes or no, we invite you to first sit with the complexity, diversity, and beauty of being human. Special thanks to our film selectors: Nathalie CHANG(CHANG Yi-Hsum) (Novelist), Rachel (Guitarist, P!SCO), Ted LIAO (Chef, Monsoon), Charlie SMITH (Editor, Pancouver), and Luna (TAIWANfest team).
When The Dawn Comes
Night Bus
Spring: The Story of Hsu Chin-Yu
Nearly one quarter of Canada’s population was born outside the country. Every path that leads someone here is far more than a straight line between two points. These paths may differ greatly, yet they resonate with one another. Centred on diaspora communities, this film series hopes to explore, through these works, the long negotiation with memory, language, identity, and belonging that people face after crossing national borders. Along these winding paths of migration, we are invited to rethink what home means. Equally important, we are invited to consider how we might better understand one another. Special thanks to our film selectors: Helena WU (Assistant Professor, UBC Asian Studies), Charlie SMITH (Editor, Pancouver), and becky (TAIWANfest team).
MAMU
The Lucky Woman
Before the Box Gets Emptied
Island In Between
All music that moves us begins with a love for life. Through documentaries, we get a glimpse into these everyday moments—whether it’s finding inspiration on a farm, humming an impromptu tune while walking the land, or weaving youthful passion and personal reflections into a melody. Music captivates us because it carries the imprint of every moment truly lived. Subscribe through KKBOX ONE to enjoy 10% off. Subscribe during the promotional period for a chance to win a one-year Giloo viewing pass and other special offers!
What would Taipei in 2026 look like if we were looking back from the year 2146? The third edition of the **City Run-Ku Cultural Games** begins with this imagined future perspective. On Saturday, October 10, the journey will follow another stretch of the Tamsui River. Starting from Guandu Wharf, participants will travel by boat, take on interactive challenges, and move along the riverfront toward Bali. Under the theme **“Bridging an Island of the Future,”** this year’s program features five interactive art checkpoints, four workshops, and one open-air riverside cinema, while connecting with two arts spaces along the Bali waterfront, **Kong Chang** and **STUPIN**. Building on last year’s route, **“Cultural Gateway to the Sea,”** this year’s edition extends the journey even farther, transforming both banks of the Tamsui River into a cultural route to be explored by boat, through play, movement, and a renewed encounter with the city.
In Real Life - Episode 1 - Nightmare in Belle-île
Away
The “Kaohsiung Shorts” Film Program is an annual initiative that selects emerging creators through an open call, encouraging diverse themes and creative expressions in short film production. To date, the program has supported over 100 works. The eight new short films from the 2023 cycle have gone through a one-year journey from initial concept to final creation. These films explore themes ranging from familial bonds and struggles, the desires and regrets of love, the resistance and confusion of growing up, to the fading and brilliance of life. Each piece offers a distinct perspective and cinematic language, carving out a fresh new chapter in the landscape of short film artistry.
The Korean Independent Animation Filmmakers Association (KIAFA) has established a distribution team called AniSEED, dedicated to protecting the rights of animation directors, safeguarding the copyrights of animated works, and actively advancing distribution and marketing efforts. The name "AniSEED" symbolizes the act of planting seeds, embodying a commitment to nurturing the boundless potential and vitality of independent animation. As KIAFA's distribution team for independent animation, AniSEED sets out on this journey with the goal of managing and preserving works while creating diverse screening opportunities. Guided by the philosophy of planting small seeds and patiently watching them grow, AniSEED is committed to cultivating a sustainable ecosystem for independent animation.
