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Year: 2007
Runtime: 112 min
Language: Chinese
Director: Ming-liang Tsai
Amidst a severe drought, fate brings Hsiao-Kang and his childhood friend Shiang-chyi back together. Their reunion sparks an unexpected journey filled with humor, heartache, and song as they navigate the challenges of a parched world and rediscover the bonds that connect them.
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In the midst of a severe water shortage in Taiwan, an unexpected abundance of watermelons leads to a peculiar adaptation. Television programs spring into action, providing valuable tips on conserving water, while simultaneously promoting the refreshing enjoyment of watermelon juice as a substitute. Hsiao-kang, a dubious pornographic actor, finds himself in the unusual position of filming intimate scenes that creatively incorporate both watermelons and water. Meanwhile, Shiang-chyi, a woman residing nearby, becomes entangled in this bizarre scenario.
One fateful day, as Shiang-chyi is out scavenging for water bottles, her attention is drawn to a watermelon floating by in a river. Sensing an opportunity, she retrieves it and finds herself passing by Hsiao-kang, who is blissfully asleep on a nearby bench. Utilizing his water bottle, she rinses her newfound prize and takes a seat directly opposite him. When Hsiao-kang awakens, the two are startled to recognize each other from their past—when he was peddling watches, unaware that his career path has taken a questionable turn. They begin to forge a connection, spending time together where Shiang-chyi delightfully feeds him watermelon, they share the joy of cooking, and Hsiao-kang casually smokes while lounging beneath her table. Their growing affections even lead them to a local video store, where they engage in a passionate kiss in the adult film section.
However, the atmosphere takes a dark turn when Shiang-chyi stumbles upon an unconscious porn actress trapped in an elevator. Motivated by her instinct to help, she assists a crew member in transporting the woman to a filming location, inadvertently leading her to Hsiao-kang’s workplace. The sight of him amid such a disturbing backdrop shocks her, and her previous fondness begins to dissipate. As the crew crudely films Hsiao-kang committing a heinous act on the unconscious woman, Shiang-chyi is left helpless, witnessing the unfolding depravity. In a moment that seals her anguish, Hsiao-kang reaches a horrific climax, carelessly thrusting himself from the unconscious victim and violating Shiang-chyi in an unimaginable way.
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