A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
September 19, 2025
Original Title:
詭鄉
Genres:
Mystery | Thriller
Production Countries:
Taiwan
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
LA-born Leon returns to his father’s hometown, Chihai—a small seaside village on the west coast of Taiwan—after discovering that his supposedly dead grandmother is still alive. While trying to get to know her, Leon meets Wen, a mysterious girl who has rented a room in his family’s house. As Wen uses her hypnosis skills to help Leon with his depression, the two gradually develop a romantic relationship. Meanwhile, they uncover dark secrets about Leon’s family and Chihai.
Costume Designer:
Edna Chi-Han Hung
Chia-Wen Ma
Director:
Christopher Ma
Director of Photography:
Wei-Lung Tsai
Gaffer:
David Yu
Location Sound Recordist:
Aki Chen
Makeup Designer:
Chia Chun Hsu
Sound Designer:
Cabba Jiaxuan Cai
VFX Supervisor:
Karapetyan Vardan
Writer:
Christopher Ma
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