Adult Game

About This Movie

So, 'Adult Game' from 1986 is kind of a curious piece. It's a direct-to-video music film, which already sets it apart from typical theatrical releases. You’ve got this collaboration of three significant figures from the Taiwanese New Cinema, which is intriguing in itself. The music, mainly featuring Tsai Chin—Edward Yang's then-wife—brings a unique vibe that feels both nostalgic and fresh. The pacing can be a bit uneven, but that’s part of its charm, you could say. It has this laid-back atmosphere that really lets the songs breathe. The performances are quite sincere, capturing that raw emotionality you find in some earlier Taiwanese works. It’s distinctive for how it blends music and cinema in an experimental way, not something you'll find in every collection.

Direct-to-video release · Features Tsai Chin's music · Co-directed by Taiwanese New Cinema figures