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Xie Junya is a teenage girl who possesses the innate ability to see the dead, a problem that has troubled her for a long time. She sought help at a temple, but the problem was not solved. Instead, many devotees gather to ask her questions about their deceased loved ones and even winning lottery numbers. Her work as a psychic leaves her with no time to practice baseball. What she really cares about is whether a guy in her school’s baseball team likes her. The boy she has a crush on invites Junya to his birthday party. However, there is a long line of people waiting at the temple for her advice. How will she choose between love and her sacred mission?
A young girl discovers she has psychic abilities and uses them to navigate the challenges of her everyday life. She struggles to balance her newfound powers with her desire for a normal childhood, facing dilemmas that test her understanding of empathy and responsibility. The story explores the emotional toll of precognition and the choices one makes when given a glimpse into the future.
As a short film, 'The Busy Young Psychic' received a modest reception, primarily within independent film circuits and festivals. It was often praised for its sensitive portrayal of a child dealing with extraordinary circumstances and its subtle handling of complex themes. Audience reactions generally focused on the film's emotional resonance and the performance of its young lead.
Praised for its touching exploration of childhood and psychic abilities.
Appreciated for its sensitive direction and strong central performance.
Noted for its ability to evoke empathy despite its brief runtime.
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The film was produced as part of a student project, highlighting emerging talent in independent filmmaking.
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This short film is precise to the feeling of religious and civil culture of Taiwan. Much better than it's derivative work "The Teenage Psychic". If you want to taste the authentic Taiwan culture, I recommend it with all my heart, instead of...