“Everyone has wounds in their hearts, the loss of freedom. And no future…”
“I believe that the most important things in the world are freedom and fairness. When there is unfairness, as a journalist, I record it. It is the duty of journalists to report, who would have thought of the national security law.”
Hong Kong documentary photographer Gao Zhongming said so. In a wine bar in the alleys of Taipei, Gao Zhongming transformed into the owner of the bar, personally preparing some dishes to go with the wine.
During the anti-extradition protests in Hong Kong, Gao Zhongming took to the streets and created the championship work “Hong Kong Wound” in the 2020 Sony World Photography Awards, which also became evidence cited in the US Congress when discussing Hong Kong affairs.
In 2021, he immigrated to Taiwan with his wife. What made him fall in love with photography and care about human rights issues? What experiences during the anti-extradition protests in Hong Kong allowed him to see the wounds in the hearts of Hong Kong people? After three years of immigrating to Taiwan, how did he adapt to his new life? In this land of freedom, how does he continue to care about Hong Kong? In this episode of “Drifting Legends,” let’s delve into the story of Gao Zhongming.
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Wounds. Marks. Healing. The Journey of Gao Zhongming in Photography
From fishing villages to metropolises, Hong Kong harbors outstanding talents. Some say Hong Kong is a paradise for adventurers and a haven for the wise and hardworking. The civilization, courage, and backbone of Hong Kong people have shown immense tolerance and compassion at critical moments. “Hong Kong people” now represent a kind of spirit that continues to shine bright no matter where in the world, as well as individuals who have a special bond with Hong Kong, adding color to its culture and spirit. Watch the brand-new program “Drifting Legends” and step into the stories of significant and ordinary figures, sharing their life legends.
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– Production Team of “Drifting Legends”