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Taipei Licensed Prostitutes (2001)

Plot — What is Taipei Licensed Prostitutes about?

The TV documentary explores the lives of Taiwan’s licensed sex workers. It follows how, in 1997, Mayor Chen Shui-bian’s sudden abolition of legal prostitution in Taipei stripped more than a hundred women of their right to work, forcing them into a long-term struggle for survival. Through documenting their protests and personal stories, the film uncovers the little-known history of sex workers in Taiwan and examines their struggles under multiple layers of oppression—from political and economic forces to legal and ethical debates.

Top Cast & Director

Directed by: Tsai Tsung-lung

Quick Facts

TypeMovie
Released2001
LanguageChinese
Runtime56 min

Taipei Licensed Prostitutes — FAQ

Is Taipei Licensed Prostitutes worth watching? The TV documentary explores the lives of Taiwan’s licensed sex workers. It follows how, in 1997, Mayor Chen Shui-bian’s sudden abolition of legal prostitution in Taipei stripped more than a hundred women of their right t

Who directed Taipei Licensed Prostitutes? Directed by Tsai Tsung-lung.

Where can I stream Taipei Licensed Prostitutes? Streaming availability for Taipei Licensed Prostitutes is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.

When did Taipei Licensed Prostitutes release? It released in 2001.