Summaries

An aging Hong Kong couple move to Australia with their two youngest sons. They stay with a daughter who has already begun a successful career. Meanwhile their eldest daughter lives in Germany and their eldest son remains in Hong Kong. The film explores the different ways the family members cope with isolation and alienation.—Brian Rawnsley <[email protected]>

Details

Keywords
  • husband wife relationship
  • father daughter relationship
  • father son relationship
  • mother daughter relationship
  • metaphoric title
Genres
  • Comedy
  • Drama
Release date Sep 18, 1996
Countries of origin Australia
Language English German Cantonese
Filming locations Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Production companies Southern Star Entertainment Hibiscus Films

Box office

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 36m
Color Color
Sound mix Dolby
Aspect ratio 1.85 : 1

Synopsis

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