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East Asian Film Series: "Girlfriend Boyfriend"
The first showing of the Spring 2013 East Asian Film Series will be on Thursday, March 7.
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When three rebellious students leave their hometown to pursue their lifelong dreams in the big city, their relationships start to face the pressures of real life as the 1980s Taiwanese socio-political reformation movement unfolds in the background. As the three share love, friendship and sex, the film reminds us of the complexities of modern relationships. In Mandarin language with English subtitles. (2K DCP presentation).
In Mandarin with English subtitles, 106 min., Not Rated. Cosponsored by IU Cinema and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office.
Admission will be free, but tickets will be required. Tickets may be obtained through the IU Auditorium box office, Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. or in the IU Cinema lobby 30 minutes prior to the screening.
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