Goodbye, Dragon Inn
"Goodbye, Dragon Inn" is a 2003 Taiwanese film directed by Tsai Ming-liang. Set in a nearly empty cinema in Taipei, the film captures the last night of a historic movie theater before it closes. It features a series of vignettes that explore themes of nostalgia, loneliness, and the passage of time.
The film is notable for its minimal dialogue and long takes, creating a meditative atmosphere. It showcases the interactions of various characters, including a Japanese tourist and an aging projectionist, as they navigate their emotions in the fading world of cinema.