In a village often disturbed by military drills, the army sends soon-to-retire soldiers to take care of cows and sheep, hoping to build good relations with the locals. But this kind act cannot hide the long-term impact the drills have had on people’s lives.
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Lin Chih-wen Director · Lin Tse-yu Writer Chang Shao-ting Composer
United States release November 14, 2026 · Produced in Taiwan · Original title 這不是我的牛
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Original title
這不是我的牛
Original language
Chinese
Spoken on screen
Chinese
Release dates
Taiwan · October 11, 2025
Premiere · Kaohsiung Film Festival
United States · November 14, 2026
Premiere · San Diego Asian Film Festival
Australia
August 1, 2026 · Premiere · Taiwan Film Festival in Australia
South Korea
April 25, 2026 · Premiere · Busan International Short Film Festival
Taiwan
November 13, 2025 · Premiere · Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival
March 27, 2026 · Premiere · Sika Film Festival
June 28, 2026 · Premiere · Taipei Film Festival
August 16, 2026 · Premiere · Taoyuan Film Festival
September 20, 2026 · Premiere · Taiwan International Human Rights Film Festival
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