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Maxine (2023)

5.720230h 20mEN
Drama

Directed by Niki Ang

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

0h 20m

Language

EN

Release

July 23, 2023

Director

Niki Ang

Overview

Allie is a newly out teen who is keeping her girlfriend a secret from her Chinese American family. During her family’s celebration of the Hungry Ghost Festival, Allie meets the ghost of a long lost relative named Maxine, who was queer when she was alive several decades ago. Though they come from dif...

Cast

Ben Wang

Ben Wang

Wei Chun

Margaret Cho

Margaret Cho

Maxine

Isabella Day

Isabella Day

Maya

Kelvin Han Yee

Kelvin Han Yee

Malcolm

Celeste Den

Celeste Den

Molly

Cindera Che

Cindera Che

Su Lin

Jabbar Lewis

Jabbar Lewis

Tristan

Elaine Young

Elaine Young

Allie

Nicole Jia

Nicole Jia

Julie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Maxine (2023), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Allie is a newly out teen who is keeping her girlfriend a secret from her Chinese American family. During her family’s celebration of the Hungry Ghost Festival, Allie meets the ghost of a long lost relative named Maxine, who was queer when she was alive several decades ago. Though they come from different times, they find that they share many feelings about struggling to belong, especially within their own family’s legacy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Maxine. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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