Moxie User Rating

6.6 stars out of 10 (9 votes)  -  login or register to rate this film

Synopsis

A romantic comedy about a daughter struggling to understand her mother's heart, which ultimately allows her to understand her own. A story of unspoken loves, contemporary and cultural taboos, and the journey of two women towards living their lives honestly.

Film Information

• Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance
• Director: Alice Wu
• Written By: Alice Wu
• Starring: Michelle Krusiec, Joan Chen, Lynn Chen, Jin Wang, Guang Lan Koh, Jessica Hecht, Ato Essandoh, and David Shih
• Running Time: 91 minutes, approx.
• MPAA Rating: R
• Language: Mandarin w/ English subtitles
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Reviews

"Thought provoking and brimming with charm, match that with an infectious sense of humor and outstanding performances."

   - Eric Campos, Film Threat

"An insightful, clear-headed look at relations within a Chinese-American family."

   - Chris Kaltenbach, Baltimore Sun

"A sweet, true and, at times, universal love story it is."

   - Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post

Showtimes

• Tuesday, October 11th
  7:00 pm
• Wednesday, October 12th
  9:15 pm