Taiwan International Student Design Competition

“BLOT” is based on the story of a rehabilitated individual, highlighting the various difficulties and challenges he faces while reintegrating into society. The narrative centers around a man named AChen , who, as a youth, was a habitual thief. After being arrested and serving his time, he is determined to turn over a new leaf and rejoin the community. However, as a former convict, AChen struggles to gain acceptance from the public. The stigma attached to his identity creates significant barriers, leading to judgmental glances from others, lost job opportunities, and even estrangement from his own family due to his past. Throughout the story, AChen’s journey illustrates the harsh realities of societal rejection and the internal conflict of wanting to be seen as more than his past. His experiences shed light on the broader issue of how society treats those who have made mistakes, emphasizing the need for understanding and compassion in the process of rehabilitation.

The story is set in Taiwan in 2006, starting with the protagonist’s childhood and advancing about ten years. The nostalgic ordinary express train is a key setting, creating a strong Taiwanese atmosphere. The story uses a picture book illustration style to convey a vintage feel. The animation’s color palette changes with the protagonist’s life stages, using warm and cool tones to reflect emotional fluctuations and the journey of life.