Super Citizen 1985
In Wan Jen's gritty 1985 drama *Super Citizen*, a determined young man leaves his rural life behind to track down his missing sister in the bustling, unglamorous underbelly of Taipei.
Director: Wan Jen
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Super Citizen (1985) about?
A young man from the countryside arrives in Taipei, determined to find his sister who has vanished without a trace. His journey plunges him into the city's seedy underbelly, where he encounters hustlers, street-level conflicts, and a trail of clues that may—or may not—lead him closer to the truth.
Who directed Super Citizen?
The film was directed by Wan Jen, a filmmaker known for exploring social and urban themes in Taiwanese cinema.
Who stars in Super Citizen?
The cast includes Lee Chih-chi, Su Ming-ming, Chen Bo-zheng, Lin Hsiu-Ling, and Wang Man-chiao, alongside Kuan Yun-loong, each bringing depth to the city's mosaic of characters.
Is Super Citizen (1985) worth watching?
With its stark portrayal of Taipei's marginalized communities and Wan Jen's unflinching direction, *Super Citizen* offers a compelling, if bleak, glimpse into urban life. While it lacks an IMDb rating, its themes and atmosphere make it a standout for fans of social dramas seeking authenticity over polish.
How long is Super Citizen?
The film runs for 110 minutes.
About Super Citizen (1985) — A Gritty Taipei Drama of Survival and Missing Faces
In Wan Jen's gritty 1985 drama *Super Citizen*, a determined young man leaves his rural life behind to track down his missing sister in the bustling, unglamorous underbelly of Taipei. The city's neon-lit streets hide a darker reality, where hustlers peddle counterfeit goods, gangs clash in shadowy alleys, and underground economies thrive in plain sight. As he navigates this treacherous landscape, he crosses paths with a wealthy teenager and a resilient young woman working in the city's shadowy corners, forging unlikely alliances in a desperate quest for answers.
Wan Jen crafts a raw, atmospheric portrait of urban survival, blending stark realism with moments of fleeting human connection. The film's unflinching look at Taipei's marginalized communities exposes the vulnerabilities of those caught between desperation and hope, all while keeping the missing sister's trail tantalizingly just out of reach.