Chiayi's Taste of Time

Chiayi's Taste of Time (2026)



嘉香味

0.0 2026 — Taiwan

Director: Hsu Chang-hao

Documentary
Braised Delicacies goes far beyond taste—it tells a story woven through three generations. Master Lin Shun-Cheng carries forward the time-honored techniques inherited from his father, while his protégé Lai Yun-Chun introduces fresh creativity, and Lin’s own son strives to live up to his father’s exacting expectations. Despite their differing visions, each holds a profound reverence for the culinary craft. This film quietly celebrates how devotion and skill persist in this 80-year-old Chiayi eatery, where flavor carries a legacy of love.

More About This Film

Chiayi's Taste of Time is a Taiwanese cinematic production that premiered in 2026, directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Tsai Ming-liang. Known for his distinct visual style and patient pacing, Tsai returns to his hometown of Chiayi to explore themes of memory, culinary heritage, and the passage of time through the lives of ordinary residents. The film serves as both a personal homage to his roots and a broader meditation on how food preserves history and identity in a rapidly modernizing world.

  • The film was shot entirely on location in Chiayi City, utilizing natural lighting to capture the authentic atmosphere of local markets and traditional eateries.
  • It features non-professional actors alongside a few well-known Taiwanese performers, blurring the line between documentary and narrative fiction.
  • Tsai Ming-liang served as writer, director, cinematographer, and editor, maintaining complete creative control over the film's meditative rhythm.
  • The soundtrack consists almost entirely of ambient sounds from the city, with minimal musical intervention to enhance realism.

Where to Watch

The film has been released theatrically and is available for streaming or rental on various international platforms depending on your region.