Yangzhai Old Street Introduction
Yangzhai Old Street in Jincheng Township was once a military stronghold where the Jin Dong Brigade was stationed and served as a place for soldiers' entertainment and leisure. The bustling shopping street of that time featured cinemas, billiard halls, bathhouses, and barbershops, but gradually declined after the withdrawal of the military. Yangzhai Old Street later gained recognition due to the film "The Assassin," which was shot here to recreate the historical scenes of Kinmen in the 1960s, blending local culture with wartime elements, and capturing the historical memory of "the military and civilians as one." The film also won the opening film honor at the Busan International Film Festival and received accolades for Best Supporting Actress and Best Supporting Actor at the 51st Golden Horse Awards, as well as being selected for the program of the 65th Berlin International Film Festival. After the filming, the Kinmen County Government preserved the set while integrating it into the community and youth entrepreneurship, leading to many unique shops gradually entering the Yangzhai area. This not only allows tourists to travel back in time to experience Kinmen's past scene but also forms a commercial circle model that revitalizes the community, youth innovation, and scenic usage. As a result, the scene in Yangzhai has become more vibrant, creating a tourism boom and becoming one of the popular spots for young people to take photos. The Jindong Cinema was built in 1950 by Mr. Zhang Xiangchuan, who was then the Speaker of the Taipei City Council, to honor the officers stationed at the Kinmen front and provide a leisure venue for soldiers. At that time, the cinema was always packed, which brought vitality to the Yangzhai area, giving rise to barbershops, billiard halls, and bathhouses. After several decades, the Jindong Cinema has undergone renovations while still retaining its 1950s ambiance, providing a vivid memory of its past glory.
