Braid (2011)

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Directed by ChunYi Hsieh, Braid is an acclaimed 15-minute short film that delves into the heartbreaking depths of grief and paternal love. The story follows an out-of-work father who is completely unable to cope with the sudden, accidental loss of his wife. Devastated and pushed to his emotional limits, he remains determined to shield his young daughter from his inner turmoil, if only for a moment. He struggles against his grim reality to give his beloved daughter the happiest day of her life. However, this beautiful day is shadowed by a dark undertone, as the father prepares to execute a mysterious and final plan once the day ends. This award-winning drama captures a poignant yet tense portrait of a family shattered by tragedy, exploring how far a desperate parent will go when faced with unbearable sorrow.

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2011

Genre:Short