Impression Taiwan e.V. is a non-profit association established in 2019 by Germen and Taiwanese initiators in Berlin. The major concern of the association is to support creative initiative for cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Germany and to bring the diverse stories from Taiwan to the Berlin public.
Portraits and Echoes of Taiwanese Women on Screen
🎬 We’re thrilled to announce the 8th Taiwan Film Festival Berlin, happening this 26th Sept – 1st Oct 2025 at the historic Colosseum Filmtheater (Schönhauser Allee 123, Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg).
View the full 2025 lineup here
✨ Theme: Portraits and Echoes of Taiwanese Women on Screen
This year's festival shines a spotlight on the emotional lives, enduring strength, and hidden resilience of Taiwanese women—spanning postwar migration, urban isolation, motherhood, and queer kinship. Through dramas and restored classics alike, we honor women who stayed, transformed, and redefined their worlds.
🔍 Our invited guest director Tom Lin Shu-Yu (Zinnia Flower, Yen and Ai‑Lee) will be joining us for post-screening Q&As.
đź“Ť Venue: Colosseum Filmtheater,
Prenzlauer Berg @colosseumfilmtheater
Built on a former tram depot from 1892, the Colosseum opened in 1924 and became East Berlin’s premier widescreen cinema in 1957. After closing during the pandemic, it reopened in 2023 as a beautifully restored cultural landmark. Its historic charm and modern revival make it a perfect home for our 2025 festival.
Stay tuned for the Q&A schedule in upcoming posts. Join us as we celebrate the evolving stories of Taiwanese women on screen!
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Taiwan Cultural Market
Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
Time: 12:00 - 19:00
Location: Colosseum Filmtheater Berlin - Foyer & Public Areas
As part of the 8th Taiwan Film Festival Berlin, we invite you to experience Taiwan beyond the silver screen at our inaugural Taiwan Day Cultural Market. This special event transforms the historic cinema into a vibrant cultural hub where you can taste, touch, and experience authentic Taiwanese culture.
What to Expect
Explore 20 curated vendor booths featuring:
Taiwanese Beverages & Cuisine
Authentic bubble tea and traditional Taiwanese tea culture (featuring Comebuy, Teamate, and Deer Park Tea House)
Traditional street food favorites including braised pork rice and Taiwanese snacks
Local Berlin-based Taiwanese restaurants and bakeries (Mibap, Pang's Table, and more)
Arts & Culture
Taiwanese literature and bilingual publications
Handcrafted ceramics and contemporary art by Taiwanese artists in Berlin (CLC Ceramic and others)
Cultural demonstrations including calligraphy workshops and paper-cutting experiences
Special Activities
13:00-15:00 Taiwanese Mahjong Workshop - Learn the cultural significance and basic rules of this beloved game
Cultural mini-lectures on Taiwanese tea traditions
Interactive experiences throughout the day
Cultural Bridge Experience
This market represents more than just a tasting experience—it's a cultural dialogue. From the aroma of freshly brewed oolong tea to the visual beauty of traditional crafts, every element tells a story of Taiwan's rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity.
Free entry. Join us in celebrating the diverse flavors, sounds, and artistic expressions that make Taiwan unique!
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Do you want to peek behind the scenes of a film festival, spend your free time meaningfully, and meet friendly people? Then you're in the right place!
We are looking for volunteers to join us in planning and organizing the 8th Taiwan Film Festival Berlin, taking place in September 2025, in Berlin, starting from the Spring of 2025.
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