About this movie
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.
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How long is The Man from Island West?
The Man from Island West has a runtime of 1h 30m (1 hour and 30 minutes).
Who directed The Man from Island West?
The Man from Island West was directed by Huang Ming-chuan and released in 1990.
What genre is The Man from Island West?
The Man from Island West is a Drama film (1990).
Who stars in The Man from Island West?
The cast of The Man from Island West includes Wu Hong-ming, Chen Yi-wen, Shiao Tswe-fen, Sharman Lanporan.
What is the TMDB rating for The Man from Island West?
The Man from Island West has a TMDB rating of 6.8/10 based on 5 votes.
