The Farewell

PG

Released Aug 2, 2019

1 hr. 40 min.

Comedy

Drama

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Billi's family returns to China under the guise of a fake wedding to stealthily say goodbye to their beloved matriarch -- the only person that doesn't know she only has a few weeks to live.

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The Farewell deftly captures complicated family dynamics with a poignant, well-acted drama that marries cultural specificity with universally relatable themes.

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Manuel G

We enjoyed it very much. Very entertaining and funny

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/27/19

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Candace K

Thoughtful portrayal of family dynamics with wonderful characters. Interesting reveal of customs. Excellent acting. Well written script.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/01/19

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Timmothy

emotional and funny synth same time. Great movie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/21/19

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Sonya

I thought it was going to be a comedy but it wasn’t at all funny.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

09/20/19

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Sandra G

Loved the idea of family loyalty and tradition. Food scenes were delicious. Awkafina was excellent as were other members of the cast. The director captured scenes in China perfectly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/17/19

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damien c

Touching, heartfelt. A Must see!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

09/11/19

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Lulu Wang

Director

Awkwafina

Billi

Tzi Ma

Haiyan

Diana Lin

Jian

Gil Perez-Abraham

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Ben Sachs

Chicago Reader

What follows is a series of hackneyed scenes about the different interpersonal relationships within the family, centering on the heroine's bond with her grandmother.

Dec 17, 2019

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Esther Zuckerman

Thrillist

Thematically, The Farewell is about reconciliation with the past and wrestling with cultural traditions that now seem foreign in a country that once was home. But it's also simply about grappling with loss...

Dec 17, 2019

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Clarisse Loughrey

Independent (UK)

The Farewell is a comedy of warmth and bracing honesty. Simply put, it's one of the best films of the year.

Rated: 5/5

Oct 10, 2019

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Ryan McQuade

InSession Film

The Farwell is not only a loving tribute to the women who carry our families, but it’s deeply relatable, with humor and honesty shining through the somber moments of life.

Apr 4, 2024

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Elisa Guimarães

Collider

In this powerful family drama, Awkwafina's performance transcends culture and dares you not to cry.

Jan 31, 2024

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Greg Carlson

Vague Visages

A worthwhile diversion to so much summer blockbuster fare.

Nov 8, 2023

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Synopsis

Billi's family returns to China under the guise of a fake wedding to stealthily say goodbye to their beloved matriarch -- the only person that doesn't know she only has a few weeks to live.

Director: Lulu Wang
Executive Producer: Eddie Rubin
Screenwriter: Lulu Wang
Distributor: A24
Production Co: Ray Production, Kindred Spirit, Big Beach
Rating: PG (Some Smoking|Brief Language|Thematic Material)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 2, 2019, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 27, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $17.7M
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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