Unmasking Where the River Flows

This episode featuring Liza Chien’s interview with the director and lead actors of the film "Where the River Flows" on Top Movie Picks’ YouTube channel. The conversation centers around the film's premise, which is based on a sensational 1961 murder case in Taiwan during martial law. The interviewees discuss the challenges of portraying characters in that oppressive era, the process of researching historical events and figures, and their individual approaches to embodying complex roles, including a rebellious son, a mysterious individual connected to the victim, and a ruthless secret police officer. They also touch on the film's themes of societal pressure, media manipulation, and the difficult choices individuals face in a restrictive environment. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn