Cinematic Motif
Cinematic Motif
Wanson Wang, Rti
Welcome to Cinematic Motif, your weekly guide to the fascinating realm of movies in Taiwan and beyond. Each week, Wanson, a film columnist and content creator, introduces one Taiwanese film, treating it as a motif to help us explore other films around the world that share the similar theme. Occasionally on the show, Wanson welcomes people from the film industry to talk about the movies that made them who they are. Cinematic Motif broadcasts on shortwave every Saturday and is available on demand - don't miss out!  If you would like to share your feedback, please send your words or voice notes to: [email protected] You can also catch Wanson on Instagram (@wansonscafe) and YouTube (阿善Café/Wanson's Café)
Ask me anything and say goodbye!
This week, Emilie catches up with Wanson before he moves to Paris as a 6-month exchange student. They talk about films, work as a radio presenter, and everything in between.
Jan 24, 2025
Departure: Toy Story 3, Belfast, and Luca
Wanson is about to temporarily leave the Rti English team to be an exchange student in Paris for 6 months. This week, he shares some of his favourite films related to saying goodbye.
Jan 17, 2025
Who still goes to cinemas in Taiwan?
Do you go to cinemas? With streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, people have more and more alternative options for watching movies, and thus we do not have to go to cinemas, particularly after the pandemic broke out in 2020. In this week's programme, Wanson talks to Dr. Fong Pohan (馮勃翰), an associate professor in the Department of Economics at National Taiwan University, who is one of the major scholars studying the cinema industry in Taiwan. Plus, we listen to the voices of young people from film critic Wesley and content creator Victoria (@paris_rispas).
Jan 10, 2025
Films to be Expected in 2025
Happy New Year! This week on Cinematic Motif, Wanson shares some of the most anticipated and interesting films from around the globe set to be released in 2025.
Jan 3, 2025
Look Forward to the Oscars 2025
Wanson is joined by fellow film critic Wesley (黃品惟) to chat about how the 2025 awards season, including the Oscars race, could shape up. This week on the show, they discuss three strong contenders that could take centre stage. Tune in to find out!
Dec 27, 2024
Christmas: Love Actually, Love, Simon, and Last Christmas
Christmas is around the corner. On today's show, Wanson shares three movies that will surely give you a festive feeling. After all, love is the keyword to Christmas.
Dec 20, 2024
Vacation: Triangle of Sadness, Matthias & Maxime, and Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk
The vacation season for holidays in winter is approaching! This week, Wanson shares some movies related to vacation.
Dec 13, 2024
Press: AIBs updates, The Post, and The French Dispatch
Wanson just came back to Taiwan after attending the AIBs ceremony in London. This week, he shares his updates and a movie playlist inspired by his trip.
Dec 6, 2024
Snow: Frozen, Supernova, and Snow in Midsummer
As the weather gets colder, Wanson shares some movies that are (loosely) connected with the motif of snow.
Nov 29, 2024
Golden Horse Awards 2024: Best original film songs
Tonight is the Golden Horse Awards ceremony! As a little warm-up, Wanson shares some songs nominated for the Best Original Film Song. Plus, a quick look at some past winners.
Nov 22, 2024
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