Granny Must Die
阿婆非死不可
Synopsis
An absurd comedy about the daily life of a three-generational Hakka household in Taipei. The main characters are Huichiao, her grandmother Chunmei, Chunmei’s son Fusang, and daughter-in-law Lichun. The story begins on a stormy night when Huichiao quietly approaches and murders Chunmei, coldly saying, "Granny, just die!" As the story develops, we learn that their conflicts stem from not only daily trivialities but also past memories and complex family relationships. Through multiple perspectives and intertwined timelines, the film delves into this quirky family, uncovering each member’s secrets and sorrows, leading to a dramatic escape where the truth finally emerges.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-17
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Kaohsiung Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chen Yi-jung
- Screenplay & Story
- Milia Luo, Joy Tsai, Chang Keng-ming, Wen Yu-fang
- Original Score
- Hsu Chi-yang
- Original Title
- 阿婆非死不可
- Country of Origin
- Taiwan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chen Yi-jung
Milia Luo, Joy Tsai, Chang Keng-ming, Wen Yu-fang
Hsu Chi-yang
Liu Shih-wen
Yu Shing-fung
Chang Keng-ming, Lo I-li
Department Leadership Roster
Joy Tsai
Writer
Chen Yi-jung
Director
Liu Shih-wen
Director of Photography
Chang Keng-ming
Writer
Chang Keng-ming
Producer
Yu Shing-fung
Editor
Chen Wei-an
Stunt Coordinator
Hsu Chi-yang
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Granny Must Die
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Granny Must Die about?
An absurd comedy about the daily life of a three-generational Hakka household in Taipei. The main characters are Huichiao, her grandmother Chunmei, Chunmei’s son Fusang, and daughter-in-law Lichun. The story begins on a stormy night when Huichiao quietly approaches and murders Chunmei, coldly saying, "Granny, just die!" As the story develops, we learn that their conflicts stem from not only daily trivialities but also past memories and complex family relationships. Through multiple perspectives and intertwined timelines, the film delves into this quirky family, uncovering each member’s secrets and sorrows, leading to a dramatic escape where the truth finally emerges.
Who directed Granny Must Die?
Granny Must Die was directed by Chen Yi-jung.
Who stars in Granny Must Die?
The principal cast of Granny Must Die includes Yang Li-yin, Lan Wei-hua, Winnie Chang, Tammy Lin, Chang Ning.
When was Granny Must Die released and how long is it?
Granny Must Die was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Granny Must Die?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Granny Must Die was composed by Hsu Chi-yang.