The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities
他們在島嶼寫作：兩地
Synopsis
The film explores Lin Hai-yin’s unique perspective of having “two homelands,” narrated by her daughter Julie Chang. It highlights her life, work as an editor, and her role in overcoming censorship. Lin Hai-yin’s novels, known for their inclusiveness, remain a shared memory for cross-strait readers. She was a friend to writers and a courageous mother, nurturing Taiwanese literature post-war. As editor of the United Daily News, she supported writers like Lin Hwai-min and founded the Belles-Lettres Publishing House. Her living room was a literary hub, and she is fondly remembered as “Ms. Lin Hai-yin.” Her novel Memories of Peking: South Side Stories was published in 1960.
Part of the The Inspired Island (Series)
Stream the entire interconnected saga and experience every installment in chronological storyline order.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
Hong Kong Asian Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yang Li-chou
- Original Title
- 他們在島嶼寫作：兩地
- Country of Origin
- Taiwan
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yang Li-chou
Department Leadership Roster
Yang Li-chou
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities.
More Like The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities about?
The film explores Lin Hai-yin’s unique perspective of having “two homelands,” narrated by her daughter Julie Chang. It highlights her life, work as an editor, and her role in overcoming censorship. Lin Hai-yin’s novels, known for their inclusiveness, remain a shared memory for cross-strait readers. She was a friend to writers and a courageous mother, nurturing Taiwanese literature post-war. As editor of the United Daily News, she supported writers like Lin Hwai-min and founded the Belles-Lettres Publishing House. Her living room was a literary hub, and she is fondly remembered as “Ms. Lin Hai-yin.” Her novel Memories of Peking: South Side Stories was published in 1960.
Who directed The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities?
The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities was directed by Yang Li-chou.
Who stars in The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities?
The principal cast of The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities includes Lin Haiyin.
When was The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities released and how long is it?
The Inspired Island: Home In Two Cities was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 55m.