The Farewell

The Farewell
The Farewell
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Rating: 7.4
Language: en
Year:2019
Country:US
Budget: 250 300 $
Runtime: 1h 40min
Cast: Awkwafina
Tags: asian american, chinese american, deadly disease, east asian lead, ethical dilemma, family gathering, family relationships, family reunion, grandmother, grandmother granddaughter relationship, grandparent grandchild relationship, lung cancer, personal relationships, relationships, wedding, woman director

Where to watch:

Cinemax Amazon Channel, Cinemax Apple TV Channel

Description:

In this poignant film, we follow the journey of Billi, a spirited Chinese-American woman who finds herself back in China after receiving devastating news about her beloved grandmother. The family has decided to conceal their matriarch's terminal diagnosis in order to ensure she enjoys her final days without undue worry.Caught between cultural expectations and her own emotional turmoil, Billi grapples with the decision to keep this secret from her cherished grandmother. As the family comes together for an impromptu wedding celebration, designed to bring everyone together one last time, tensions rise as each character navigates their unique relationship with the ailing woman at the center of it all.This moving tale delves into themes of cultural differences, family dynamics, and the delicate balance between honesty and compassion. Through Billi's personal struggle, we are reminded of the universal desire to protect our loved ones and the lengths to which we will go to preserve their happiness in challenging times.

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