SEQALU

SEQALU: Formosa 1867 is adapted from actual events in 19th-century Taiwan, bringing to life the island's ancient stories and brave souls. This series is adapted from "Lady Butterfly of Formosa," a novel by Yao-Chang Chen, M.D.

Seqalu: Formosa 1867 - Ep. 1 The Sea Wind

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Provider TaiwanPlus

While navigating the seas of Liangkiau, in the southern end of Taiwan, in spring 1867, the American merchant ship "Rover" struck a coral reef and capsized. As they entered a sacred territory, fourteen American sailors were killed by local Taiwanese tribes. In a land torn by power struggles, this incident will lead Tokitok, Chief of the Liangkiau 18 Community, to confront new challenges.

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