The Farewell

Hands down one of my favs of 2019. Was also one of my fav experiences in the cinema last year. A24 never disappoints! It’s a total bummer that no Oscar noms but yay for Awkwafina’s Globe! Her nailing this role was smt I didn’t expect as she’s known more for comedy. A subtle, authentic and moving film. This film truly wants to make you call your grandma. Nai nai (Zhao Shuzhen) was a standout. In the film it showed, despite of being blood related, families are complex and will have diff cultural viewpoints with one another as well. Loved the humorous parts in the film. Ofc it was mainly sad. It captured Chinese culture so well. With this film you feel as if you're part of the family. I really resonated with this film. I can definitely see myself revisiting this film multiple times. It's perfect. Not a single minute wasted. Now one of my favourite films from a24!