**Nien-Jen Wu** is a multifaceted figure in Taiwanese cinema, a renowned screenwriter and director, but also an acclaimed actor. He has contributed significantly to the Taiwanese New Wave, appearing in key works by its leading figures.

Among his most memorable roles are those in Edward Yang's “A Brighter Summer Day” (1991), where he plays the protagonist's father, and Hou Hsiao-Hsien's “A City of Sadness” (1989). He also appeared in Ang Lee's “Eat Drink Man Woman” (1994) and Tsai Ming-liang's “Vive L'Amour” (1994).

His acting style is characterized by measured and naturalistic performances, often playing ordinary men, sometimes melancholic or disillusioned, who reflect the complexities and changes of Taiwanese society. His presence on screen enriches the characters with depth and understated humanity.