Join us on April 12, 2025, at the Dream Flare Film Festival (DFFF), for a special evening showcasing two films about Taiwan’s musical legend, Chen Ming-Chang—celebrating music, resilience, and cultural identity.
- Time: April 12, 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM
- Location: SIFF Film Center (167 Republican St, Seattle, WA 98109, on the Seattle Center Campus)
- TICKET GIVEAWAY: Fill out the Google Form (https://tinyurl.com/RSVPChenMingChang) to receive your free ticket(s)
Embark on a deeply moving journey through two captivating documentaries that celebrate the rich, soulful rhythms of Asian music, culture, and history. Each story uncovers the heartbeat of a culture, the struggles and triumphs of its people, and the timeless melodies that highlight the enduring influence of Taiwan’s musical legend, Chen Ming-Chang. It’s an evening crafted to inspire, touch your heart, and unite us all through the transformative power of storytelling.
On The Train (2022)
6:00 PM
Directed by Hsiao Chu-Chen, this powerful documentary takes you on a journey through Taiwan’s South-Link Railway, a critical but challenging route built through mountainous terrain. Spanning five years of filming, the film provides an intimate glimpse into the lives of railway workers. More than just a story of steel and stone, the film is a heartfelt tribute to a disappearing chapter of Taiwan’s history, echoing the resilience and determination that are reflected in both the spirit of the workers and the music composer Chen Ming-Chang, whose melodies beautifully underscore the film.
Free Beats: The Musical Journey of Chen Ming Chang (2023)
8:30 PM
This documentary, directed by Lin Cheng-Sheng, takes us deep into the world of Chen Ming-Chang, the “Taiwanese Bob Dylan.” Following his evolution from Western rock influences to his dedication to reviving Taiwan’s folk music traditions, this film tells the powerful story of a man who, through his music, bridges cultures, generations, and the personal struggles of a nation. His work is a living testament to the strength of music in preserving cultural identity and shaping the collective spirit of Taiwan.
Visit https://www.siff.net/cinema/in-theaters/strings-of-legacy to learn more.