Bliss: Beyond the Edge of Time

Description

A central conflict arises as characters confront the intersection of tradition and futurity in a series of animated shorts. "Bliss: Beyond the Edge of Time," released in 2026, features six animation directors who each interpret one of the six lines of the I Ching. The film incorporates elements of Taiwanese vernacular culture, blending science fiction with reality to portray a cold and fantastical romance. As the narrative unfolds, the shorts explore diverse emotional landscapes and faith, intertwining characters' experiences in a surreal animated void. The cast includes Sophie Chiang and Chen Chen-yu, who bring life to the distinct stories that spiral through the film. In the middle of the film, the various narratives begin to intersect, revealing connections between the characters that challenge their perceptions of love and time.