Dim Sum Take-Out
Dim Sum Take-Out shows how the heterogeneity and complexity of Asian American experiences can be erased. It was literally cut together from film that was shot for Dim Sum, which was conceived as a film about the ways in which five women of the Chinese diaspora—three American-born, a naturalized citizen, and a recent immigrant—try to balance their personal goals and the expectations of the Chinese American community in which they live. The original story line was thought to be too complicated and ambitious, and, ultimately, significant portions of Dim Sum were rewritten and reshot to focus on Geraldine, a second-generation Chinese American woman, and her relationship with her immigrant mother. However, footage that had already been shot for the film was edited together to create Dim Sum Take-Out, an eleven-minute film made up of narrative segments intercut with music video style segments, set to English- and Chinese-language versions of the song "My Boyfriend's Back."
TMDB
6.8/10
5 votes
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- Language
- English
- san francisco, california
- rock band
Top billed cast
Release dates
United StatesUS
- TheatricalNR11 Sept 1988
Frequently asked questions
- When was Dim Sum Take-Out released?
- Dim Sum Take-Out was released on 11 September 1988.
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Dim Sum Take-Out?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Dim Sum Take-Out is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Dim Sum Take-Out?
- Dim Sum Take-Out holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 5 votes.
- Who directed Dim Sum Take-Out?
- Dim Sum Take-Out (1988) was directed by Wayne Wang.
- How long is Dim Sum Take-Out?
- Dim Sum Take-Out runs for 13m.















