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Chen (Danny Dun) and Lily (Sylvia Chang), a Chinese immigrant couple newly relocated to London, find different ways to keep their heritage alive while coping with culture shock and xenophobia. Lily struggles to teach her son traditions in spite of the conflicting lessons he receives at school. Chen works long hours as a waiter to provide for them, but makes a tragic mistake when his search for financial stability leads him to a gambling ring that includes members of a dangerous Triad gang.
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Mike Newell

Director

Sylvia Chang

Lily

Danny Dun

Chen

Jodi Long

Mui

Oh Soon-tek

Red Cudgel

William Chow

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Synopsis Chen (Danny Dun) and Lily (Sylvia Chang), a Chinese immigrant couple newly relocated to London, find different ways to keep their heritage alive while coping with culture shock and xenophobia. Lily struggles to teach her son traditions in spite of the conflicting lessons he receives at school. Chen works long hours as a waiter to provide for them, but makes a tragic mistake when his search for financial stability leads him to a gambling ring that includes members of a dangerous Triad gang.
Director
Mike Newell
Producer
Roger Randall-Cutler
Production Co
British Screen Productions
Rating
R
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 26, 2016
Runtime
1h 50m