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Lucky Lu

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Jordan Mintzer The Hollywood Reporter Jun 4
Choi deftly navigates between Lu and Yaya’s points of view as the day drags on and the situation becomes increasingly dire. Go to Full Review Grace Han Asian Movie Pulse Dec 12
4/5
Narratively riveting, visually striking, and beautifully performed, "Lucky Lu" leaves behind the bittersweet aftertaste of hope in the wake of the American Dream. Lloyd Lee Choi shows promise as an upcoming newcomer for Asian diaspora cinema. Go to Full Review Samantha Schuster Cinéfilo Serial Nov 18
3.5/5
An engaging drama that exposes the hardships faced by Chinese immigrants in the United States as they seek a better future for their families. An empathetic, moving, and inspiring story of struggle that resonates with audiences. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Louisa Moore Screen Zealots Oct 16
This quiet drama paints a gripping, empathetic portrait of survival in the growing global gig economy. Go to Full Review Joey Moser The Contending Sep 17
It’s measured, but its emotions are never small. Go to Full Review Paul Emmanuel Enicola The Asian Cut Sep 16
3/5
For viewers who respond to character-first cinema about the costs of making a life in a city that constantly recalibrates who belongs, [Lucky Lu] is worth your time. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Lloyd Lee Choi

Director

Chang Chen

Actor

Fala Chen

Actor

Carabelle Manna Wei

Actor

Lloyd Lee Choi

Screenwriter

Destin Daniel Cretton

Producer
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Lucky Lu

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Movie Info

Director
Lloyd Lee Choi
Producer
Destin Daniel Cretton, Nina Yang Bongiovi, Asher Goldstein, Tony Yang, Ron Najor, Jeyun Munford
Screenwriter
Lloyd Lee Choi
Production Co
Hisako Films, Significant Productions, Cedar Road
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 43m