'To Be Ordinary' Premieres in Competition at Busan Film Festival
Lee Yun Chan's family drama is the only Taiwanese film in Busan competition and opens in Taiwan on Nov. 13, 2026.
"To Be Ordinary," directed by Lee Yun Chan, had its world premiere in competition at the Busan International Film Festival, where it is the only Taiwanese film selected, according to Variety.
The film marks Lee's return to feature filmmaking after two decades away. It was shot over 42 days, and its Mandarin title literally means "a useful person."
After Busan, the film is set to screen at the Tokyo International Film Festival and the Golden Horse Film Festival. It will open theatrically in Taiwan on Nov. 13, 2026.
Two decades between features
Lee made her feature debut with 2005's "The Shoe Fairy," and more recently directed the Disney+ series "Women in Taipei." She has said the story began taking shape about 10 years ago as she was raising her family.
Quick answers
When does "To Be Ordinary" open in Taiwan?
The film is set to open theatrically in Taiwan on Nov. 13, 2026.
Where else will "To Be Ordinary" screen?
After Busan, it is set to screen at the Tokyo International Film Festival and the Golden Horse Film Festival.
What was Lee Yun Chan's feature debut?
Lee made her feature debut with 2005's "The Shoe Fairy."