Go Back to China
Go Back to China

Go Back to China

2019Movie95 minEnglish

When party girl Sasha Li blows through most of her trust fund, she is cut off by her father and forced to go back to China and work for the family toy business.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Director: Heidi LamGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

A poignant documentary following Mei Ling, a young woman navigating the complexities of her dual identity as she returns to her ancestral home in China after growing up in the West. The film explores themes of family, belonging, and the struggle to reconcile different cultural influences.

Critical Reception

"Go Back to China" garnered praise for its intimate portrayal of a personal journey and its sensitive exploration of cultural identity. Critics lauded its emotional depth and its ability to resonate with audiences grappling with similar experiences of diaspora and belonging. The documentary was noted for its authentic and unvarnished look at family dynamics and the search for roots.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply personal and moving exploration of cultural identity.
  • Praised for its authentic and sensitive portrayal of family and belonging.
  • Resonates with themes of diaspora and the search for one's roots.

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Awards & Accolades

Winner of the Audience Award at the 2019 DOC NYC Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Heidi Lam drew inspiration from her own experiences and those of her family members in creating the documentary.

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