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Taiwan’s Oscar Hopeful ‘Old Fox’ Explores Economic Inequality Through Child’s Eyes: ‘Freedom Is Our Opportunity’
Hsiao Ya-Chuan's Golden Horse winner explores Taiwan's economic bubble through a boy's complex bond with his landlord in Oscar submission 'Old Fox.'
Taiwan ‘s submission for the 97th Academy Awards international feature race, “ Old Fox,” emerged from director Hsiao Ya-Chuan’s own parental challenges in explaining fairness and justice to his children. The film has already gained significant acclaim in Taiwan, dominating the Golden Horse Awards last year with wins including best director for Hsiao and best supporting performances for Akio Chen and Eugenie Liu. Taiwan’s previous Academy Award success includes three nominations and one win for Lee Ang, with “A Sun” making the international feature shortlist in recent years.
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