Taiwanese LGBTQ documentary filmmaker
Mickey Chen (1967 - December 10, 2018) was a Taiwanese documentary director, writer, and LGBTQ rights activist. He was known for his works that focused on marginalized issues, especially the life stories of LGBTQ individuals. He was also a significant figure in the history of the LGBTQ movement in Taiwan. He died of cardiogenic shock at his home on December 10, 2018.
Biography.
Chen was born in 1967 in Taiwan. He graduated from the Department of Radio and Television at National Chengchi University in 1991. He started his career as a journalist and a film critic. He later became a documentary director and a writer. He was also an active participant and organizer of LGBTQ events and campaigns in Taiwan.
Works.
Chen's works mainly explored the themes of gender, sexuality, identity, and human rights. He used his camera to document the lives and struggles of LGBTQ people in Taiwan and abroad. He also wrote books and articles on LGBTQ issues and culture. Some of his works were adapted for stage shows or inspired other filmmakers.
Documentary films.
Some of Chen's documentary films are:
Books.
Chen also wrote two books based on his personal experiences and observations:
Related works.
Some of Chen's works were adapted for stage shows or inspired other filmmakers:
Awards.
Chen received several awards and recognitions for his works and contributions:
Commemorations.
On March 1, 2023, Google featured a doodle on its homepage with the theme "In Honor of Mickey Chen." On this day in 1999, his film "Boys for Beauty" became Taiwan's first LGBTQ+ documentary to be screened in theaters.
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