Overview
- Director Andrew Ahn updates Ang Lee's 1993 film 'The Wedding Banquet' to reflect contemporary queer experiences and societal changes.
- The plot centers on a green card marriage and IVF funding arrangement, highlighting themes of chosen families and evolving relationships.
- The diverse cast includes Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone, Kelly Marie Tran, Han Gi-Chan, and Youn Yuh-jung, emphasizing authentic representation in queer storytelling.
- Bowen Yang and Lily Gladstone bring personal resonance to their roles, reflecting their own journeys of self-acceptance and career pivots.
- The film, supported by original co-writer James Schamus, debuts in theaters on April 18, offering a culturally relevant narrative in today's political climate.