Tainan Nanmen Film Academy: A time tunnel of light and shadow

The legacy of radio broadcasts during the Japanese occupation The Nanmen Film Academy, hidden in Tainan's Nanmen Park, was formerly the Tainan Broadcasting Station built in 1932. It was an important radio station in southern Taiwan at the time and witnessed the historical splendor of the Japanese colonial period. This building, built in modern Western architectural style, is elegant and solemn. Its simple red brick exterior and arched windows seem to tell visitors a story that spans the ages. Today, it has been transformed into a film academy, combining history with film art, allowing people to feel the flow of light and shadow of the times. Small and exquisite viewing experience Nanmen Film Academy screens many classic and art films every day. Although the screening room has only 24 seats, it is precisely this small and warm environment that makes the movie-watching experience particularly unique and intimate. This is not only a pilgrimage site for movie lovers, but also an important base for promoting film and television education in Tainan. It regularly holds film lectures and post-screening discussions, and even cooperates with Tainan University of the Arts to offer film courses, allowing every visitor to appreciate the beauty of film from a different perspective. The intersection of light and history, the fusion of culture and creativity Nanmen Film Academy is not only a witness to Tainan’s history, but also a symbol of cultural creativity. After the tour, you can go to the nearby Nanmen Market to try Tainan’s traditional snacks, or take a walk in Nanmen Park to experience the atmosphere where history and modernity are intertwined. Whether you like movies, love history, or want to explore the cultural and creative charm of Tainan, Nanmen Film Academy is definitely a good place to visit! #MarchGoodPlaces2025