Title: Stray Dogs
Year: 2013
Genre: Drama
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Lee Kang-sheng, Lu Yi-ching, Chen Shiang-Chyi, Yang Kuei-Mei, Lee Yi-cheng
Description: Tsai Ming-liang's 'Stray Dogs' isn't a film you watch; it's an experience you inhabit. A visceral exploration of poverty and alienation in contemporary Taipei, it unfolds with a stark, almost unbearable beauty. The film's power lies not in plot twists, but in the agonizingly slow, deliberate pacing that exposes the brutal realities faced by its marginalized characters. We witness their struggles, their resilience, their quiet dignity in the face of overwhelming despair. The cinematography, a masterclass in visual storytelling, captures the oppressive weight of their circumstances, turning the city itself into a character. 'Stray Dogs' is not for the faint of heart, but for those willing to confront the harsh truths of human existence, it's an unforgettable cinematic masterpiece. Prepare to be deeply moved, profoundly disturbed, and ultimately, changed.