Rebels of the Neon God

Within the urban gloom of Taipei, four youths face alienation, loneliness, and moments of existential crisis amidst a series of minor crimes.

Cast

Lee Kang-Sheng

as Hsiao-kang

Chen Chao-jung

as Ah-tze

Wang Yu-wen

as Ah-kuei

Jen Chang-bin

as Ah-ping

Miao Tian

as Hsiao-kang's Father

Lu Yi-ching

as Hsiao-kang's Mother

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