The Farewell

Billi, a Chinese-American writer, discovers her beloved grandmother in China has been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. The family decides to keep this news from Grandma, planning a wedding as an elaborate excuse for everyone to gather and say their goodbyes. Billi struggles with the ethical dilemma of participating in the deception, while grappling with her own cultural identity and the complexities of familial love.

The Farewell was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its sensitive portrayal of a specific cultural experience while resonating universally with themes of family, love, and loss. Critics lauded Lulu Wang's direction and screenplay, as well as the performances of the entire cast, particularly Awkwafina and the portrayal of the grandmother.

• A deeply moving and humorous exploration of family dynamics and cultural clashes.

• Awkwafina delivers a breakout performance, anchoring the film with emotional depth.

• Lulu Wang masterfully balances humor and heartbreak, creating a poignant and unforgettable story.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved The Farewell, appreciating its authenticity, emotional resonance, and the relatable struggle between tradition and modernity within families. Many highlighted the film's ability to evoke both laughter and tears.

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress for Awkwafina and for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Motion Picture at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Won awards at the Sundance Film Festival and the Critics' Choice Movie Awards.

The film is semi-autobiographical, based on director Lulu Wang's own family experience with a similar situation and the elaborate 'fake' wedding they organized to see her grandmother.