THE HOLE

Set just prior to the start of the 21st century, this vaguely futuristic story follows two residents of a quickly crumbling building who refuse to leave their homes in spite of a virus that has forced the evacuation of the area. As rain pours down relentlessly, a single man is stuck with an unfinished plumbing job and a hole in his floor. This results in a very odd relationship with the woman who lives below him. Combining deadpan humor with an austere view of loneliness and a couple of unexpected musical numbers, Tsai Ming-Liang crafted one of the most original films of the 1990s. 35mm screenings generously supported by Mimi and Scott Manzler. Siskel Film Center exclusive. Awards & Nominations 1998 Cannes Film Festival - Winner, FIPRESCI Prize 1998 Toronto International Film Festival - Official Selection 1998 BFI London Film Festival - Official Selection 1999 International Film Festival