In a story that looks strange and controversial, as it tells the story of the gay world. The story begins with a Chinese-American lesbian girl who has a relationship with her traditional mother, who are reluctant to appear to the public with secret love that runs counter to China's seemingly static cultural and social expectations.
The message here, as in every quirky ethnic romantic comedy, is 'follow your heart.' But wouldn't it be great if for once the characters cared more about the continuity of antiquated cultural traditions than their own personal happiness?
Kansas City Star
September 16, 2005
If that sounds supremely sitcomy, well, it is. But Wu and her cast elevate the proceedings.
Wu has a keen ear for the rhythm of speech, and much of the humour rests in the conversations' staccato beat -- in breezy put-downs and tossed-off asides and disgruntled mutterings.
