I like Hou Hsiao-hsien's sensitivity to the flow of light and shadow in life. These light and shadow changes have become the "aura" in this film.
Hou Hsiao-hsien's films still look so "tired", every long shot can become a "sad" photo. It's these photos that make up Hou Hsiao-hsien's films. Sometimes you don't need to care about the actors' dialogue, just these pictures are enough.
This is a film full of romance and dreams, without Hou Hsiao-hsien's former sternness and "big background". .
The best is a bit gloomy afternoon, a cup of coffee, and slowly appreciate this film. You don't need to be anxious and slow, you can even turn off the sound and quietly watch the "warmth" in life.
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