Movies like Chan Is Missing

Like Chan Is Missing, The Joy Luck Club is centered around Chinese-American experiences, this time with a focus on generational differences and cultural identity. Fans will appreciate another deep dive into the complexities of immigrant life and relationships, set against the backdrop of San Francisco.

The Farewell is a poignant film about a Chinese-American woman who returns to China when she learns her grandmother has only a short time left to live. Echoing the cultural and emotional themes present in Chan Is Missing, it explores the complex web of family, culture, and belonging.

This film, like Chan Is Missing, provides a narrative that breaks free from typical stereotypes about Asian-Americans. Better Luck Tomorrow offers a raw look at a group of overachieving high school students who enter a world of crime and corruption.

Another Ang Lee film, The Wedding Banquet, parallels Chan Is Missing in its comedic take on generational and cultural differences within a Taiwanese-American family, especially concerning issues of identity and acceptance.

Saving Face is a romantic comedy that tackles Chinese-American identity, sexuality, and family expectations. Fans of Chan Is Missing will enjoy another film that challenges conventional portrayals of Asian-Americans and provides an engaging story with depth and humor.