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‘Dìdi’ Star Joan Chen on Reinventing Onscreen Asian Moms
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scrn loglineTrailblazing actress Joan Chen breaks new ground in 'Dìdi,' a poignant Sundance-winning drama exploring the complex lives of Taiwanese-American teenagers and their immigrant parents.beat sheet- Joan Chen, beloved for her roles in 'The Last Emperor' and 'Twin Peaks,' delivers a standout performance as a mother navigating the challenges of raising a child in a new culture.
- First-time director Sean Wang's 'Dìdi' earned the Audience Award and a special jury prize for best ensemble at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, signaling the arrival of a powerful new voice in Asian-American cinema.
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‘Dìdi’ Star Joan Chen on Reinventing Onscreen Asian Moms
VarietyStory by Todd Gilchrist
scrn logline
Trailblazing actress Joan Chen breaks new ground in 'Dìdi,' a poignant Sundance-winning drama exploring the complex lives of Taiwanese-American teenagers and their immigrant parents.
beat sheet
- Joan Chen, beloved for her roles in 'The Last Emperor' and 'Twin Peaks,' delivers a standout performance as a mother navigating the challenges of raising a child in a new culture.
- First-time director Sean Wang's 'Dìdi' earned the Audience Award and a special jury prize for best ensemble at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, signaling the arrival of a powerful new voice in Asian-American cinema.
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Joan Chen, Sean Wang, Izaac Wang, Sundance Film Festival, Dìdi