Exploring the Significance of 'Island in Between' and Identity in Taiwanese Narrative

Today I will be bringing you the second part of my interview with Taiwanese Director S. Leo Chiang. Last week we delved into Leo's Oscar-nominated short documentary “Island In Between," which focuses on Taiwan’s outlying Kinmen Islands, and offers a nuanced view of identity and belonging amid cross-Strait tensions. We covered Leo’s approach to the documentary, how those in Kinmen and the rest of Taiwan feel about the possibility of war and the limitations of using English to define a Taiwanese identity. In today's episode, we'll touch on how Leo’s transnational background has impacted the way he feels about cross-Strait tensions, how this documentary has resonated with people all over the world, and what Leo has coming next. If you haven't already, you can watch Leo's documentary on YouTube ⁠here⁠.