The Wedding Banquet

Directed by Ang Lee, this 1993 film explores the complexities of cultural expectations and personal identity through the story of a gay Taiwanese man living in New York. To appease his traditional parents, he agrees to a marriage of convenience with a Chinese immigrant in need of a green card. The film skillfully balances humor and drama as it delves into themes of family, love, and acceptance. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film and won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. Notably, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.