A City of Sadness is a Taiwanese historical drama film directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien. Set in the 1940s and 1950s, the film tells the story of a family living in Taiwan during the period of political turmoil. It explores themes of loss, identity, and the impact of historical events on individuals. The film received critical acclaim for its beautiful cinematography and powerful storytelling, and it won the Golden Lion at the 1989 Venice Film Festival.
