Before the Bright Day (2025)
Original title: 南方時光
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Chou, a sensitive teen craving independence, struggles as the 1996 Taiwan Strait crisis hits his family's finances and worsens tensions at home. He secretly works at a billiard hall, forming a bond with gang leader Button, but faces setbacks like Button's enlistment and peer conflicts. Caught by his father, their relationship worsens. At school, his crush Min leaves due to war fears, and pressure from a teacher deepens his uncertainty.
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Chen Hsuan-liHsueh Po-Chou (Chou)
Wu Kang-renHsueh Yun-Ming (Father)
May SuenHsu Mei-Chun (Mother)
Huang Di-yangChen
Cheng Yu-chiehMr. Cheng (Cheng)
Cheng Chih-weiMr. Liu (Liu)
Brian WenMa Kuo-Hui (Ma)
Su Wei-huaButtonChang Shao-anBraggingHuang Gong-yunShashaChen Kuan-yuanBig Head
Phoebe ChuZhenMovie DNA
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What is Before the Bright Day about?
Chou, a sensitive teen craving independence, struggles as the 1996 Taiwan Strait crisis hits his family's finances and worsens tensions at home. He secretly works at a billiard hall, forming a bond with gang leader Button, but faces setbacks like Button's enlistment and peer conflicts. Caught by his father, their relationship worsens. At school, his crush Min leaves due to war fears, and pressure from a teacher deepens his uncertainty.
How long is Before the Bright Day?
Before the Bright Day has a runtime of 114 minutes.