What is The Time to Live and the Time to Die?
The Time to Live and the Time to Die is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 136 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 3, 1985
- Studios
- Central Motion Picture Corporation
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
The Time to Live and the Time to Die is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Central Motion Picture Corporation. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A tender portrait of a boy’s childhood in post‑war Taiwan.”
- Authentic glimpse into 1950s Taiwan
- Beautifully crafted by acclaimed director Hou Hsiao‑hsien
- Part of a celebrated coming‑of‑age trilogy
- Deliberately slow pace may challenge viewers seeking fast plot
Watch it if you appreciate reflective, personal dramas that explore memory and history.
Its gentle, reflective tone makes it suitable for general audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film about?
It is an autobiographical drama depicting Hou Hsiao‑hsien’s memories of his youth growing up in Taiwan after his family emigrated from mainland China.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Hou Hsiao‑hsien.
When was the film released?
It premiered in 1985 and received a US release on September 23, 1986.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Where does it fit in Hou’s body of work?
It is the second installment of Hou’s coming‑of‑age trilogy, following “A Summer at Grandpa’s” (1984) and preceding “Dust in the Wind” (1986).
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