‘Midnight at the Paradise’ is a Love Letter to Film, Music, and the City of Toronto
'Midnight at the Paradise' premieres tomorrow at Toronto's Paradise Theatre! I had the pleasure to sit down with Vanessa Matsui to discuss the making of this film.
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In 1970s Taiwan, a young Indigenous girl who sees herself as Momotaro rises to confront tattooed demons in order to secure her family’s future. Through her journey, the film reflects an era when Indigenous languages and identities were suppressed, revealing how genuine human connection transcends words.
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In 1970s Taiwan, a young Indigenous girl who sees herself as Momotaro rises to confront tattooed demons in order to secure her family’s future. Through her journey, the film reflects an era when Indigenous languages and identities were suppressed, revealing how genuine human connection transcends words.
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