The Farewell [Blu-ray] [2019]
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Description
Features
1080p High Definition
English SDH Subtitles
Audio commentary with writer-director Lulu Wang and cinematographer Anna Franquesa-Solano
Nothing but the Truth: confessions of a writer-director
Going Home: a conversation with Awkwafina
Deleted scenes
Director
- Lulu Wang
Writer
- Lulu Wang
Cast
- AwkwafinaBilli
- Tzi MaHaiyan
Crew
- Andrew MianoProducer
- Chris WeitzProducer
- Lulu WangProducer
- Marc TurtletaubProducer
- Peter SarafProducer
- Matthew FriedmanEditor
- Dan BalgoyenCo-producer
- Gene ParkSound/Sound Designer
- Leslie WooCasting
Details
- GenreComedy
- TitleThe Farewell
- Duration100 minutes
- Year of Release2019
- Product TagsBlu-ray
- FormatBlu-ray
- Program TypeMovie
- Sound FeaturesDolby Digital w/ sub-woofer channel
- Screen FormatEnhanced Widescreen for 16x9 TV
- Aspect Ratio2.40:1
- LanguageEnglish, Mandarin
- SubtitlesSpanish
- StudioLionsgate
Other
- Product NameThe Farewell [Blu-ray] [2019]
- UPC031398307686
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 94 reviews
(94 customer reviews)to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Farewell is a tribute to real family love
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.When a family comes together to say farewell to its matriarch who has terminal lung cancer, but not revealing to her of her terminal illness, each learn from her the value of living in the now. Sons, one tied to old Chinese tradition, and the other who has lived in America and has lost those ties of tradition, a granddaughter who is closest to her grandmother, but also Americanized, all endure with other members of the family, in a heartwarming story of learning what a life really matters, and that death, a reality, will eventually happen, although living in today makes all the difference. There is such joy in this wonderful family tale, where everyone learns and the dying grandmother somehow remains a victor.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent movie
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.I found “The Farewell” to be an extraordinarily affecting film despite its delicate and subtle sensibility toward the multiple themes within it. This is its strength. These subjects include dealing with death and the cultural differences between East and West as well as the dynamics of family life. Though it is often matter-of-fact about these issues it leaves you with much to think about.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
I missed this one in the theater
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.After checking Rotten Tomatoes and viewing the trailer I added this to my list. I'm glad I did, the plot of supporting a family member through terminal illness and not letting them know they were sick was an interesting concept to me. This movie was great and it showed how the different members of the family shoulder the burden in support for their Mom/Grandmother. I love this family and it was a quality film to watch. I'm happy to have added this to my collection.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
The Farwell
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Really enjoyed this film more than I thought I would. Akwafina gave such beautiful performance. Despite being a Chinese’s language speaking film for the majority of the duration. My family was filled with tears. We’re a Hispanic family and even some Chinese customs were similar to my Hispanic heritage. Thank you Lulu Wang for such a beautiful film.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
A great comedy/drama
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.A Chinese family matriarch has terminal cancer but the family does not inform her. The family decide to return to China under the pretense of a wedding and visit her before she dies. The family members argue whether they should reveal the truth to the matriarch. The movie is very touching and reveals the differences between Chinese and American values.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Life in a Chinese family
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Excellent movie! Gives a great insight to what it's like to be in a 'typical' Chinese family (I am Chinese american). I was surprised to hear that this could be a candidate for best picture, but after viewing it I believe it. Great performances by all of the actors. Totally watchable for anyone, of any age.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
My Favorite A24 Film!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This is a masterclass in acting on the part of every actor involved. What a phenomenal film. If you enjoy films that take humanistic approaches and ask you to sit down and go with the flow I highly recommend this film.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
EXCEPTIONAL FILM
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This is a great family drama/comedy! And so rare that Asian-American families are portrayed in a positive, yet honest light. There needs to be far more representation in American media and entertainment for Asian-Americans. In an age of disproportionalism, Asian-Americans are getting left out.
This review is from The Farewell [DVD] [2019]
I would recommend this to a friend