A queer romantic comedy set in vibrant, multicultural New York City, Alice Wu’s irresistible feature debut revitalizes the genre by fusing witty dialogue, heartfelt sentiment, and a moving exploration of the complexities between mothers and daughters. Just as Wil (Michelle Krusiec), an overworked young surgical resident, begins a budding romance with the charismatic dancer Vivian (Lynn Chen), her life is suddenly interrupted when her traditional Chinese mother (Joan Chen)—unmarried and unexpectedly pregnant—moves into her apartment. As the women navigate love, identity, and cultural expectations, they confront the generational rifts that have long defined their relationship. Both a celebration and a gentle subversion of romantic-comedy conventions, Saving Face stands as a warm, bighearted love letter to the Chinese American diaspora and the liberating joy of embracing one’s truth.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| High-Definition Master | Approved by director Alice Wu, featuring a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio track. |
| Director Commentary | Audio commentary track featuring Alice Wu. |
| New Interviews | Includes new conversations with Alice Wu and actor Joan Chen. |
| Deleted Scenes | Optional commentary by Alice Wu included. |
| Behind-the-Scenes Featurette | A look into the making of Saving Face. |
| Sundance Program (2005) | Features Alice Wu and cast members discussing the film at Sundance. |
| Trailer | Includes original theatrical trailer. |
| Subtitles | English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing. |
| Booklet | Features an essay by critic Phoebe Chen. |