Pride Asian Film Festival
Year-round Screenings
BIG
Canadian Premiere
APR-04-2024
SilverCity Richmond Hill Cinema
Taiwan | 2023 | 159 min | Mandarin with English and Chinese subtitled | Drama
BIG is a powerful and moving film by renowned Taiwanese director Wei Te-sheng (魏德聖). Set in a pediatric oncology ward, the story follows six children and their families as they face the trials of illness, building deep bonds of hope and resilience. Through a blend of live-action and animation, the film beautifully captures the joy, sorrow, and courage of its young protagonists. With moments of both humour and heartbreak, BIG celebrates the strength of the human spirit and the profound value of life, even in the face of unimaginable challenges.
As one of the stops on the North America tour, director Wei Te-sheng attended in person to engage with the audience.
Director & Writer: Wei Te-Sheng
Producer: HSU Gou-lun
Starring: Van FAN, Tanaka Chie, CHENG Jen-Shuo, Umin Boya, LAI Yuming