

A Confucian Confusion
1994-10-13 · 129 min · ★ 7.5
Over the course of a few days, the paths of a group of young friends, lovers, and acquaintances in Taipei intersect, prompting them to arrive at realizations about their lives.
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- Directors
- Edward Yang
- Production companies
- AtomFilms
- Countries
- Taiwan
- Status
- Released
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Chen Shiang-ChyiQiqi
Weiming WangMing
Wang BosenAkeem
Danny DengLarry
Elaine Jin Yan-LingAuntie
Chen Yi-wenLiren
Yen Hung-yaMolly's Brother-in-Law
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