japanese occupation

His film 'The Human Condition' trilogy profoundly explores the moral and psychological devastation of Japanese militarism and occupation policies during WWII.

Known for works like 'The Burmese Harp' and 'Fires on the Plain,' he examined the brutality of Japanese occupation and the soldiers' experiences in occupied territories.

His films such as 'A City of Sadness' and 'The Assassin' deeply engage with Taiwan's experience under Japanese occupation and its lasting cultural impact.