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To Freely Flourish

  • 2024
  • 40m
IMDb RATING
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Lelong Hu, Sel Hiew, and Grace Ho in To Freely Flourish (2024)
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It is 2017 in Sydney Australia, in the height of the Marriage Equality debate and the word 'Love' is everywhere. But for Peter, an Australian-born Chinese adolescent exploring his sexuality,... Read allIt is 2017 in Sydney Australia, in the height of the Marriage Equality debate and the word 'Love' is everywhere. But for Peter, an Australian-born Chinese adolescent exploring his sexuality, it is the meaning of love and family itself that he is grappling with, against the backgr... Read allIt is 2017 in Sydney Australia, in the height of the Marriage Equality debate and the word 'Love' is everywhere. But for Peter, an Australian-born Chinese adolescent exploring his sexuality, it is the meaning of love and family itself that he is grappling with, against the background of his parents' constant bickering and his father's aloofness resembling nothing of t... Read all

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    • Victor Ho Duen Wu
  • Writer
    • Victor Ho Duen Wu
  • Stars
    • Lelong Hu
    • Grace Ho
    • Sel Hiew
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    • Director
      • Victor Ho Duen Wu
    • Writer
      • Victor Ho Duen Wu
    • Stars
      • Lelong Hu
      • Grace Ho
      • Sel Hiew
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    Lelong Hu
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    • Mum
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    • Ms. Yau
    Man Kwong Wu
    • Professor Liu
    Mason Phoumirath
    • AJ
    Veena Sudarshan
    • AJ's mum
    Eric Wan
    • Dad
    Tsu Shan Chambers
    Tsu Shan Chambers
    • Andrea
    Lucy Dunning
    Lucy Dunning
    • SE Asian student
    Alex Taylor
    • White student
    Wilson Zou
    Wilson Zou
    • East Asian Student
    Yen Shue
    • East Asian Parent
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      • Victor Ho Duen Wu
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    Fantastic Film!

    Freely Flourish is a groundbreaking film that stands out as a deeply original and resonant portrayal of the queer Asian experience, especially for those navigating the complexities of growing up with immigrant parents. This movie shines with authenticity, offering a nuanced exploration of identity, culture, and familial expectations.

    The narrative is both poignant and refreshing, skillfully balancing heartfelt drama with moments of levity. The character development is stellar, and the performances are nothing short of exceptional. Each actor brings depth and nuance to their roles, creating a rich, empathetic portrayal of the immigrant experience through a queer lens.

    In summary, Freely Flourish is more than just a movie-it's an emotional experience and a cultural milestone. It resonates deeply with queer Asians and anyone who has navigated the complexities of identity and family expectations. It stands as one of the best shows I've ever watched, thanks to its originality, relatability, and powerful storytelling. Well done Victor and team!

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    • Release date
      • July 21, 2024 (Australia)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
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    • Languages
      • Cantonese
      • Mandarin
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Sydney, Australia(Waterloo, Rosebery, Newtown, Wollstonecraft)
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      • 16 : 9

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