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Taiwanese Films Saved

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Film hunters in Taiwan are working to salvage and restore rare Taiwanese-language films from the mid-1950s to late 1960s. These films represent a significant part of the island's cultural heritage.

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Taiwanese film hunters rescue ageing reels from bygone era

- Film hunters in Taiwan are working to salvage and restore rare Taiwanese-language films from the mid-1950s to late 1960s. - These films, known as 'taiyupian,' represent a significant but under-preserved chapter of Taiwanese culture and history. - Efforts are underway to digitize and preserve fewer than a sixth of the estimated 1,200 films produced, battling decay and historical neglect.