What language is it in? Are there subtitles?

The original language is Chinese. English and Chinese subtitles are provided.

Is there an age restriction?

No rating is listed. The movie deals with serious illness and relationship difficulties, so it is likely better suited to older teenagers and adults.

It is screening as part of the Hong Kong Lesbian and Gay Film Festival 2026. Check the festival programme for venues and showtimes.

Crown Shyness (HKLGFF 2026)

Name: Crown Shyness (HKLGFF 2026)
Genre: Drama
Released: 2026-09-06
Duration: 80 min
Cast: Han Ning, Ning Han, Wu Bi-lian, Bi-Lian Wu, Huang Ke-xin

樹冠羞避 (HKLGFF 2026)

Released: 06 Sep 2026
Runtime: 80 min
Original title: 樹冠羞避
Language: zh

Drama

The verdict

There are not yet enough audience votes to give this a reliable score. It is not currently playing in Hong Kong cinemas. 80 minutes.

What it is about

After returning to Taiwan for the New Year, Pu Nien's life is turned upside down when her mother, Yu Ling, falls seriously ill, revealing long-hidden secrets. As Pu Nien grapples with her mother's condition, she also faces challenges in her own personal life, including the complicated dynamics with her girlfriend, Tsai. Meanwhile, Tsai is torn by her past and must make difficult decisions that will impact her future with Pu Nien.

What to expect

Pu Nien returns to Taiwan for the Lunar New Year and her mother falls seriously ill, forcing long-hidden secrets into the open. At the same time, her relationship with girlfriend Tsai is under strain — Tsai is caught up in her own past and facing choices that will shape their future. The movie runs a lean 80 minutes and keeps its focus tight on these two pressures: a parent in decline and a partnership at a crossroads. It is screening as part of HKLGFF 2026 with English and Chinese subtitles. Check the festival programme for venues and showtimes.

Cast

Han Ning Pu-Nian
Ning Han
Wu Bi-lian Granny / Chen Hao
Bi-Lian Wu
Huang Ke-xin Zai-Zai
Emmy Huang
Chang Chang-mien Yu-Ling
Chang-Mian Zhang
James Yeh Pu-Nian's Dad
Han Hsiu-yu Andy
Liu Chun-yu Uncle
Chang-chien Yi-chung Uncle
Wu Hai-ning Pervert
Ariel Deng Relative
Daphne Jen Relative

Crew

Director Chang Chun-yu
Director Chun-Yu Chang
Original Music Composer Angel Chen
Editor Chang Chun-yu
Editor Chen Shao-chun
Producer Wang Yan-ping

Its Hong Kong run

Played 2 times at 2 cinemas across 2 districts, from 06 Sep 2026 to 13 Sep 2026, from HK$100.

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Common questions

How long is the movie?: 80 minutes.
What language is it in? Are there subtitles?: The original language is Chinese. English and Chinese subtitles are provided.
Is there an age restriction?: No rating is listed. The movie deals with serious illness and relationship difficulties, so it is likely better suited to older teenagers and adults.
How can I see it?: It is screening as part of the Hong Kong Lesbian and Gay Film Festival 2026. Check the festival programme for venues and showtimes.