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The Wedding Banquet (1993)

"A little deception at the reception."

7.219931h 48mZH
ComedyDramaRomance

Directed by Ang Lee

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

ZH

Release

March 1, 1993

Director

Ang Lee

Official Trailer

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Overview

A Taiwanese-American man is happily settled in New York with his American boyfriend. He plans a marriage of convenience to a Chinese woman in order to keep his parents off his back and to get the woman a green card. Chaos follows when his parents arrive in New York for the wedding.

Cast

Winston Chao

Winston Chao

Gao Wai-Tung

Gua Ah-leh

Gua Ah-leh

Mrs. Gao

Lung Sihung

Lung Sihung

Mr. Gao

May Chin

May Chin

Gu Wei-Wei

Mitchell Lichtenstein

Mitchell Lichtenstein

Simon

Vanessa Yang

Vanessa Yang

Mao Mei

Dion Birney

Dion Birney

Andrew

Jeanne Kuo Chang

Jeanne Kuo Chang

Wai-Tung's Secretary

Michael Gaston

Michael Gaston

Justice of the Peace

Neal Huff

Neal Huff

Steve

Mason Lee

Mason Lee

Baby

John Nathan

John Nathan

Joe

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Wedding Banquet (1993), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A Taiwanese-American man is happily settled in New York with his American boyfriend. He plans a marriage of convenience to a Chinese woman in order to keep his parents off his back and to get the woman a green card. Chaos follows when his parents arrive in New York for the wedding.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Wedding Banquet. 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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