Pushed to society’s margins, the characters and subjects inhabiting the films of this set confront the difficulties that their situations entail. Some resort to their profession’s violence (Jheff Wick) or through a friendship that makes them believe that the grass might truly be greener on the other side (Her Name is Like a Sigh). Others will come to accept their life’s station for the good of their children (Pipe Dreams). And for some, tragedy and a lack of agency over a situation results in personal devastation (Resurrection and 39). – Eric Nong
[Jheff Wick contains strong stylized violence throughout. 39 contains depictions of human suffocation throughout.]
“Pipe Dreams” follows the story of my Chinese dad and grandpa’s journey in what it means to make sacrifices for your children. They are both currently working as a father-and-son duo for a plumbing business. With long and demanding days, the job has taken a toll on their bodies. However, the unexpected growing bond between them and connection to their newfound home in New Mexico has made it worth it.
- Year2023
- Runtime8 minutes
- LanguageChinese
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorAsiana Lee
- ProducerAsiana Lee
- CastMichael Lee, Minh Lee
- EditorAsiana Lee
Pushed to society’s margins, the characters and subjects inhabiting the films of this set confront the difficulties that their situations entail. Some resort to their profession’s violence (Jheff Wick) or through a friendship that makes them believe that the grass might truly be greener on the other side (Her Name is Like a Sigh). Others will come to accept their life’s station for the good of their children (Pipe Dreams). And for some, tragedy and a lack of agency over a situation results in personal devastation (Resurrection and 39). – Eric Nong
[Jheff Wick contains strong stylized violence throughout. 39 contains depictions of human suffocation throughout.]
“Pipe Dreams” follows the story of my Chinese dad and grandpa’s journey in what it means to make sacrifices for your children. They are both currently working as a father-and-son duo for a plumbing business. With long and demanding days, the job has taken a toll on their bodies. However, the unexpected growing bond between them and connection to their newfound home in New Mexico has made it worth it.
- Year2023
- Runtime8 minutes
- LanguageChinese
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorAsiana Lee
- ProducerAsiana Lee
- CastMichael Lee, Minh Lee
- EditorAsiana Lee