"The Farewell"

"The Farewell" is a 2019 film directed by Lulu Wang that revolves around a Chinese-American woman named Billi who learns that her beloved grandmother, Nai Nai, has terminal cancer. The family decides to keep the diagnosis a secret from Nai Nai, planning a wedding as a ruse to gather everyone and say goodbye. The film explores themes of cultural differences, family loyalty, and the complexities of truth and deception. It highlights the clash between individualism and collectivism, particularly in the context of Eastern and Western values regarding death and familial care.