Danda Bunun Tribe: A Journey To Awaken Your Senses

This film ventures deep into the heart of Central Taiwan to explore the hidden sanctuary of the Danda Bunun Tribe. Through a vibrant tempo and spirited visual language, we lead the audience into this mysterious land. In the Bunun language, "Uninang Miqumisang" means "to breathe well." We invite you to follow our protagonists to the Danda tribe, take a deep breath, and embark on a sensory journey filled with unexpected delights!
This is an awakening of the "Five Senses." Leaving the urban clamor behind, we step into the rich culture of the Bunun people. From the steadfast gaze of the Qudas (elders) guarding the forest to the vivid Flood Legend Story Wall, the film captures the most lived-in moments of tribal life. Here, the Shuanglong Waterfall serves as a natural symphony. Maqav, the traditional local spice, is reimagined through the Maqav Aroma Experience as the forest’s own perfume, and further transformed into the "Maqav Canelé"—a playful culinary collision between Bunun flavors and French pastry.
From donning Bunun traditional attire woven with family memories to walking along the slate story walls of legends and listening to the soul-stirring Pasibutbut (Eight-part Polyphony) by the Tamalung Cultural Arts Troupe, every detail offers a deep spiritual immersion. Overflowing with vitality and humor, this cinematic work transforms the Bunun culture into a tangible, heartfelt experience that leaves a lasting impression.