Saving Face
A Chinese-American lesbian and her traditionalist mother are reluctant to go public with secret loves that clash against cultural expectations.
Release Year
2004
Runtime
97 min
Audience Score
7.3
Genres
Comedy, Romance, Drama
Story Snapshot
A Chinese-American lesbian and her traditionalist mother are reluctant to go public with secret loves that clash against cultural expectations.
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Saving Face is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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