The Joy Luck Club

National Broadcasting Company (NBC) | Release Date: September 8, 1993

8.1	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 26 Ratings

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TerryG.Nov 25, 2005

Confusing, but good. 10 for the heck of it.

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JLuis_001Aug 19, 2023

A film poised to celebrate its 30th anniversary, once hailed as a pioneering work in spotlighting the Asian-American narrative, and that gave the idea that these kinds of narratives would continue to be explored in the US market, but thatA film poised to celebrate its 30th anniversary, once hailed as a pioneering work in spotlighting the Asian-American narrative, and that gave the idea that these kinds of narratives would continue to be explored in the US market, but that buzz was not seen again until Crazy Rich Asians was released in 2018. Yet still possesses an intensified, poignant essence in the way it handles emotions, allowing it to strike a chord with a broader audience.

However, there remains an inherent barrier that undeniably disconnects many from the ingrained experiences because they pertain to the Asian-American community, especially the female audience, and clearly not everyone can relate to that or understand it firsthand.

Putting this aspect aside, the film is an engaging and functional drama. With only sporadic hiccups, it maintains a fluid pace.
While some elements may feel less relatable to some, The Joy Luck Club retains its enduring relevance, even for viewers who, like me, have only recently seen it.… Expand

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