based on novel or book,1960s

The Sandwich Man (1983)

Poster for The Sandwich Man

Composed of three separate stories, the film vividly portrays Taiwan during the cold war period when the country developed its economy with help from the United States.

Cast & Crew

Director
Hou Hsiao-hsien
  • Profile picture of Chen Bo-zheng
    Kun-shu (segment "The Sandwich Man") Chen Bo-zheng
  • Profile picture of Yang Li-Yin
    Ah-chu (segment "The Sandwich Man") Yang Li-Yin
  • Profile picture of Tsui Fu-Sheng
    Lee's Father (segment "Vicki's Hat") Tsui Fu-Sheng
  • Profile picture of Yen Cheng-kuo
    Chiang A-jih (segment "The Taste of Apple") Yen Cheng-kuo

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Keywords

  • based on novel or book
  • 1960s