Afternoon

In a bold experiment that blurs the lines between filmmaking and conversation, Tsai Ming-Liang invites audiences into an unscripted confession, a rare glimpse into the director's creative process, where memories and emotions are distilled to their essence in a meditative dance of attention and slowness. The film takes place in a jungle setting, juxtaposed with a ruined building, creating a striking backdrop for this intimate chat session between Tsai Ming-Liang and his long-time collaborator Lee Kang-Sheng. This documentary-action hybrid puts the spotlight on the director-actor relationship, revealing the intricate details of their work and the passions that drive it.