The Man from Island West (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1989, The Man from Island West is a drama film directed by Huang Ming-chuan, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In contemporary Taiwan, the aboriginal Ah-ming attempts suicide. When his life is saved by an old miner, Ah-ming is drawn into a journey back to his origins. Meanwhile, the miner's son, Ah-Chuan, finds a fugitive hooker who has returned from the lowlands. But Ah-Chuan only wants to integrate himself into mainstream society, in sharp contrast to the intentions and needs of those around him.
Who’s in it. The Man from Island West stars Wu Hong-ming as Ah Ming, Chen Yi-wen as Ah Chian, Shiao Tswe-fen as Hsiu Mei and Sharman Lanporan as Ah Chian's Father.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Man from Island West has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man from Island West page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man from Island West tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man from Island West (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man from Island West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man from Island West worth watching?
- The Man from Island West holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man from Island West?
- The Man from Island West stars Wu Hong-ming, Chen Yi-wen, Shiao Tswe-fen and Sharman Lanporan.
- When was The Man from Island West released?
- The Man from Island West was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.