The 25th Taipei Film Festival concluded on July 8th with a grand atmosphere, and one of the most remarkable works undoubtedly was "The Abandoned." The film received twelve nominations at the Taipei Film Awards, including Best Feature Film, Director, Screenplay, Leading Actress, Supporting Actor, Music, Cinematography, Editing, Art Design, Costume Design, Sound Design, and Visual Effects. It ultimately won the Best Music and Best Costume Design awards, becoming one of the shining achievements of this year's Taipei Film Festival.
"The Abandoned" garnered significant attention at this year's Taipei Film Festival, and among the notable names behind the scenes, the twin sisters, Yi-Chien Yang and Wan-Chien Yang, stood out as they both received nominations in their respective categories. Yi-Chien Yang, together with Pin-Chun Lin, Shih-Hui Hsu, and Ying-Ting Tseng, served as the screenwriters of "The Abandoned," earning a nomination for Best Screenplay. On the other hand, Wan-Chien Yang contributed as the composer and music director for the film, earning a nomination for Best Music. The twin sisters showcased outstanding achievements in the fields of filmmaking and music at the same film event, displaying their diverse artistic talents.
It is worth noting that Yi-Chien Yang is a contemporary Chinese-language writer and filmmaker, while Wan-Chien Yang is an accomplished music composer. Interestingly, the twin sisters have honed their skills in playing the violin since childhood and are renowned contemporary violinists. Their collaborative film "Baomi Cha Cha" previously won three major awards, including Best Film, Best Editing, and Best Screenplay at the 2012 Taipei Film Festival. This time, the sisters contributed their professional expertise in different domains for the new film "The Abandoned," once again participating in the Taipei Film Festival. Both Yi-Chien Yang and Wan-Chien Yang expressed their anticipation and gratitude for the opportunity. At the awards ceremony, Yi-Chien Yang appeared in a stylish black suit, showcasing a cool and charismatic style, while Wan-Chien Yang donned a full pearl-white gown, exuding an elegant image. Through their contrasting "black and white beauty" looks, the twin sisters not only demonstrated their distinct personalities but also left a lasting impression of their captivating talents.
The styling of Yi-Chien Yang and Wan-Chien Yang was curated by renowned stylist Edie, known for working with many popular artists such as Hsiao-Han Lin, Allen Deng, and ChiHsiou. Meanwhile, the renowned hairstylists Harry and Eva, who have worked with Alin, Guang Liang, HUR, and AcQua, and the renowned makeup artist Chi, who has worked with Yu-Chia Lin, ChiHsiou, and Zhi-Kai Li, joined forces to create a luxurious makeup and hairstyling team for the twin sisters. This glamorous lineup allowed the twin sisters to showcase a different side of themselves in a professional manner, arousing curiosity among their peers and the media about the identities of these "behind-the-scenes strategists."
This film festival not only witnessed the dazzling radiance of celebrity artists but also showcased the unique charm of the personnel behind the scenes through the contributions of individuals like Yi-Chien Yang and Wan-Chien Yang. As Taiwanese film and television projects continue to gain more recognition both domestically and internationally, an increasing number of behind-the-scenes professionals are participating in exchange events worldwide. Representing the new generation of women behind the scenes, individuals like Yi-Chien Yang and Wan-Chien Yang present an elegant and powerful professional image with a new operating logic and approach—further enhancing the image of Taiwanese cinema and television.
