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Synopsis of Spring Cactus

Based on the true story of a Tzu-Chi foundation volunteer Chen Ai-Lan, this film is made possible after a few years of field investigation. Chen Ai-Lan had passed away from this world. Lan was from a broken family. She had been eager for a happy family life but never got it. She left her family and met a social worker, Ming-Dau. Someday, out of an uncontrollable impulse, she inflicted wound upon Ming-Dau. She met Blacky after being released from prison. Bad-tempered Blacky was a gambler. In a conflict, again, Lan inflicted wound upon him. She tried to escape, but began to regret. Then she saw the Dharma Master Cheng- Yen and was influenced and called by her. At this point, she discovered her true self and value. Her mind being washed, the peace and purity had uncovered and manifested.