Before the Bright Day (2025)

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.

Released

2025-11-14

Genres

Drama

Runtime

114 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Tsao Shih-han

TMDB rating

4.0/10 from 1 votes