Chen Jo-Fei began making films in the 1990s, the decade when Taiwan’s queer cinema began to flourish - but was dominated by men. A female pioneer, Chen directed Where is My Love? and Incidental Journey, both ground-breaking works that take a close look at the lives of contemporary gay and lesbian communities.
In Where is My Love? (1996), Ko is a young gay writer who must decide whether or not to remain in the closet. Chen’s acclaimed film from 1996 artfully evokes the furtive queer lifestyles of the time while subtly capturing the rhythm of the writing process and the textures of everyday life.
In Incidental Journey (2000), student Ching goes on a road trip around Taiwan after breaking up with her girlfriend, encountering Hsiang, a solitary artist. Travelling to a peaceful farm in the mountains, the women contemplate their pasts. A meditative reflection on female desire, Incidental Journey is credited with being the first openly lesbian film made in Taiwan.
Doors: 18:30. Screening: 19:00.
Please note that doors open 30 minutes before the screening and the programme will begin promptly at the listed time.
