Evening News (1980)

Plot Summary

Shih-Yen is upset about Ko-Ching prioritizing her career over their marriage and even getting an abortion without his knowledge. To express discontent, Shih-Yen moves in with his mistress. Despite feeling overwhelmed by her messy personal life, Ko-Ching manages to lead her company and delivers a successful fashion show. The film reflects on career women’s struggles between family and work, it also describes the gender role stereotypes in a marriage. Although the film demonstrates clearly women’s difficult role in society, it still chooses to show the possibility of women being independent, capable and charming to refute the status quo of patriarchy.

Full Cast & Characters

Gua Ah-leh

Lin Ko-Ching

Charlie Chin Chiang-Lin

Tang Shih-Yen

Sibelle Hu Hui-Chung

Wu Guei-Jhih

Louis Hsiao Da-Lu

Cheng Dong

Hwa Fang

Director & Crew

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