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Saving Face
2004 97 min United States of America R 18+
★7.4
Comedy, Romance, Drama
Director: Alice Wu
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Description
A Chinese-American lesbian and her traditionalist mother are reluctant to go public with secret loves that clash against cultural expectations.
Budget:
$2.5M
US Gross:
$1.19M
Worldwide:
$1.23M
Starring
Michelle Krusiec
Actor
Joan Chen
Actor
Lynn Chen
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 3 nominations total
Key opinion
Saving Face is a warm, insightful dramedy that effectively navigates the complexities of the Chinese-American immigrant experience. It is widely praised for its authentic portrayal of intergenerational conflict and its bold, taboo-breaking approach to romance.
| Culture | The film provides an insightful and authentic exploration of the intersection between traditional Chinese cultural expectations and modern identity. | |
| Acting | The performances are anchored by strong chemistry and nuanced portrayals of complex family secrets. | |
| Screenplay | The script balances humor and taboo subjects with a refreshing, character-driven sincerity. | |
| Ending | The narrative structure and character arcs are described as complex and layered, though some viewers find the final resolution to be slightly ambiguous. |