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'Buddha Grass' Reunion This Saturday: Original Creators Gather After 37 Years to Share Behind-the-Scenes Stories

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Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The classic Taiwanese film 'Buddha Grass' is returning to theaters for its 37th anniversary, with a special reunion event scheduled.
  • The event will bring together key cast and crew members, including director Yang Liguo, cinematographer Lee Ping-bing, and actress Lee Shu-chen.
  • Director Yang expressed his gratitude for the film's restoration and re-release, emphasizing his commitment to thanking fans regardless of audience size.

The beloved Taiwanese film 'Buddha Grass' is making a comeback to the big screen, celebrating its 37th anniversary with a special reunion event. The film has already garnered over NT$4.5 million at the box office and is creating a buzz on social media.

You should come forward and thank everyone for this restoration and re-release.

— Yang Liguo's wifeDirector Yang Liguo shared his wife's words as the motivation for his participation in the reunion event.

The highly anticipated "37th Anniversary Grand Reunion Special Screening" is set to take place tomorrow, the 26th, at the Ximen Ambassador Theatre. The event gained significant traction with the surprise announcement of director Yang Liguo's appearance. He will be joined by a distinguished group of original creators, including master cinematographer Lee Ping-bing, who is returning from the United States, Golden Horse Award-winning Best Supporting Actress Lee Shu-chen, original theme song singer Tseng Shu-chin, and art director Chang Tsai-ming, who created the iconic "tea worm" imagery.

Director Yang, who had been away from the film industry for many years, shared his emotional motivation for attending, stating that his wife's encouragement to "come forward and thank everyone for this restoration and re-release" prompted his participation. He likened the restored film to "a 37-year-old wine uncorked for everyone to savor and reminisce." His dedication to the work and its audience is evident in his vow to appear "even if there are only ten people in the audience to thank everyone." This profound sentiment continues to warm countless hearts.

a 37-year-old wine uncorked for everyone to savor and reminisce.

— Yang LiguoDirector Yang Liguo described the restored and re-released film 'Buddha Grass'.

The special screening will be followed by a fan signing event, offering attendees a unique opportunity to interact with director Yang, cinematographer Lee, actress Lee, singer Tseng, and other key members of the creative team. This event marks a historic moment for fans to connect with the creators of a film that has left a lasting legacy.

even if there are only ten people in the audience to thank everyone.

— Yang LiguoDirector Yang Liguo expressed his commitment to thanking fans during the reunion event.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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