Tag: Lee Yun Chan

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 15, 2026

‘To Be Ordinary’ Review: Compassionate Taiwanese Family Melodrama

Writer-director Lee Yun Chan returns with 'To Be Ordinary,' a poignant Taiwanese family melodrama exploring the aftermath of a tragic traffic accident. The film chronicles how a college student's permanent disability ripples through his struggling family over a decade. Avoiding standard disability clichés, the film examines marital strain, economic hardship, and moral crisis with a delicate and empathetic touch. Premiering at the Busan International Film Festival, it highlights Lee's careful direction and strong ensemble performances.

Film ReviewTaiwanese CinemaLee Yun ChanBusan International Film FestivalFamily Melodrama

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

Lee Yun Chan Returns to Features with Busan Title ‘To Be Ordinary’

Taiwanese director Lee Yun Chan makes her long-awaited return to feature films after two decades with her new project, “To Be Ordinary.” The movie stands as the sole Taiwanese entry competing at the prestigious Busan International Film Festival. The story centers on a college student who gets into a severe motorcycle accident. The unexpected event reshapes his struggling family's dynamics and introduces profound changes into their everyday lives in Taipei.

Busan Film FestivalLee Yun ChanTaiwanese CinemaTo Be OrdinaryFilm