Day Off

Cutting hair is about connecting with people. What’s left behind is memories

Winners of the 2023 Taipei Film Festival Best Actress Award, the 2023 Udine Far East Film Festival Mulberry Award for Best Screenplay, the 2023 Osaka Asian Film Festival Best Lead Actor Yakushi Pearl Award, and the Audience Award.

For the past four decades, A-Rui has diligently operated her barbershop, not only as a skilled hairdresser but also as a compassionate observer who listens to and connects with her clients. Despite her children’s criticism of her methods, A-Rui makes a firm decision to embark on a long road trip. Her goal is to visit a long-time client who is now bedridden and give him a final haircut before it’s too late.