The Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards, founded in 1962, is one of the most prestigious events celebrating Chinese-language cinema. Named after the Kinmen and Matsu islands, the festival honors excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievements. The awards ceremony, often referred to as the “Chinese-language Oscars,” is held annually in Taipei, typically in November or December.
The festival showcases a diverse selection of films, including feature-length narratives, documentaries, and animations, from Taiwan, Hong Kong, mainland China, and other regions. Over the decades, it has become a vital platform for filmmakers to gain recognition and elevate their work within the global film industry.
The Golden Horse Awards have a long history of honoring cinematic achievements:
The festival also honors individuals for their lifetime contributions to cinema:
The festival plays a crucial role in promoting Chinese-language cinema:
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