The Outsiders is a Taiwanese romantic drama film, directed by Wei-Chen Chang and released in 2018. The film follows the story of Pei Yu Yen, a sheltered and studious high school student who meets Yu Hao, a troubled young man with a reputation for violence and gang involvement.
As Pei Yu Yen and Yu Hao's paths continue to cross, despite the odds against them and the judgment of those around them, they develop a deep connection and fall in love. However, their relationship is tested by the societal expectations and pressures faced by both of them, as well as by an external threat in the form of a dangerous gang that Yu Hao is involved with.
The Outsiders is a beautifully shot and emotional film, with outstanding performances from its lead actors, Roy Chiu and Gwei Lun Mei. It explores the themes of societal norms, class and cultural differences, parental expectations, and the universal struggle to find one's identity and place in the world. With its bittersweet ending and message of hope, The Outsiders reminds us that love can triumph over even the most difficult of circumstances.