What is Alifu, the Prince/ss?
Alifu, the Prince/ss is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 27, 2017
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Alifu, the Prince/ss is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A young indigenous hairdresser in Taipei struggles between tribal inheritance and gender transition.”
- Explores complex intersections of indigenous tradition and modern identity
- Features a diverse ensemble of interconnected characters in Taipei
- The synopsis provided is cut short
- Plot details beyond the main premise are limited
Watch it if you are interested in character-driven dramas about identity and cultural heritage.
The film deals with mature themes including gender transition and LGBTQ+ relationships.
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What is the main character's name and age?
Alifu is a 25-year-old Paiwan boy.
Where does Alifu live and work?
Alifu lives in Taipei and works as a hairdresser.
What struggles does Alifu face?
Alifu struggles between getting a sex change operation and inheriting the title of Chief of the indigenous Paiwan tribe from his father.
Who is Pei-Zhen?
Pei-Zhen is Alifu's lesbian roommate, best friend, and confidante.
Who is Sherry?
Sherry is a transgender man who owns a drag queen bar.