NOT FAR FROM HOME
家園不遠

TAIWAN｜2025｜5 episodes
Genre: Docu-TV , migration, identity, resilience, and multiculturalism

Director: Martin Rustandi

Present by Rustandi Ltd.

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“It’s not about leaving home—it’s about redefining what home means.”

"不是離鄉背井，而是走向一種全新的歸屬。"

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SYNOPSIS​

 

NOT FAR FROM HOME brings to life the dynamic and untold stories of immigrants in Taiwan, capturing their inspiring journeys from struggle to resilience and from uncertainty to hope.

 

As they navigate culture shock, chase dreams, and overcome countless obstacles, these individuals transform their own lives and the fabric of their adoptive home.

 

From heartwarming successes to stirring moments of triumph, each story is a powerful testament to the courage and the pursuit of belonging—a vibrant celebration of the dreamers who shape Taiwan's future with their passion and persistence.
 

 

《家園不遠》捕捉了臺灣印尼移民生動並鮮為人知的故事，從掙扎到堅韌，從懷疑到希望的旅程。

在面對文化衝擊、追逐夢想和克服重重障礙的過程中，這些人不僅改變了自己的生活，也深刻影響了他們的新家園臺灣。

從溫馨的小成功到激動人心的勝利時刻，都是勇氣和追求歸屬感的有力證明——這是場充滿活力的慶典，讚頌那些以熱情和毅力塑造臺灣未來的夢想家。

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Episode 1   Sally’s Taste《Sally的家鄉味》

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In Hsinchu, a mother and daughter run an Indonesian restaurant that serves not only food, but community and identity. Their cooking classes for second-generation immigrants turn tradition into connection.

Sally與女兒經營的新竹印尼餐廳，是文化與情感的交流場。透過夏日料理課程，她們傳遞家的味道與歸屬感。

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Episode 2   Melati’s Moves《Melati的舞韻》

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A PhD student in dance builds a powerful bond with migrant workers through movement, helping them reclaim joy, voice, and solidarity through shared choreography.

舞蹈博士Melati與移工舞者共同創造出一段舞動自我、凝聚姐妹情誼的生命旅程。

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Episode 3  Nita’s Voice《Nita的聲音之旅》

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Amid factory life and separation from her child, Nita finds healing through singing. Her voice becomes a message of love, hope, and inspiration for fellow migrant workers.

Nita在離鄉後找回歌聲與夢想，用音樂串起與孩子的連結，也鼓舞身邊移工勇敢發聲。

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Episode 4  Pindy’s Craft《Pindy的手藝》

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While working as a caregiver, Pindy discovers a talent for dough figurine art. Her cross-cultural creations and entrepreneurial spirit inspire others to embrace creativity and self-expression.

照顧者Pindy用捏麵人創作傳承印尼文化，也開創生活新可能，成為文化交流的創意代表。

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Episode 5   Ela and Ricky’s Journey《Ela和Ricky的異鄉探索》

A couple raises their young son in a trilingual, cross-cultural household, striving to pass on their Indonesian roots while building a future in Taiwan.

夫妻檔Ela與Ricky在台灣致力於文化傳承，讓兒子Zane在多語言、多文化中成長茁壯。

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