The original title of the film is Qing mei zhu ma.

Taipei Story explores alienation and the clash between tradition and modernity in 1980s Taipei. It maturely shows how the crumbling relationship between Ah-lung and Ah-chen reflects the loss of identity and connection in a rapidly changing city, highlighting how modernization can leave people feeling isolated and unfulfilled.

• Even if they're childhood friends, they still can't truly understand each other. • Those trapped in the quagmire always hope for some kind of miracle cure, but nothing can be that panacea. Marriage and immigration are just fleeting hopes, creating an illusion that everything can start anew. • "You should be very clear that whether you choose me or Kobayashi, the end result will be the same." These words echo Yang Dechang's sentiments in "Yi Yi." • Oh, how wonderful life and society would be if everything could be resolved as easily as playing baseball. MODERATION EDIT: That link was against our commenting rules.