Episode 236
How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies
On this episode, we return to Thailand to discuss the breakout Thai comedy-drama, How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, about a young man who is inspired to spend more time with his terminally ill grandmother in the hopes that it'll help him claim a better share of her inheritance after she passes. Join us as we dig beyond the story of familial grift to discuss how the film is actually about the consequences of the East Asian (and very Chinese) Confucian value system that we all know and hate.
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Chinese Republicans, a new play from Alex Lin
Coming to the Roundabout Theatre Company this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew, following three high-powered businesswomen who meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the group is jolted when Katie, a bright-eyed 24-year-old new to the workforce, joins to navigate the world of corporate finance. As each of the women attempts to steer Katie towards what they’re certain is best, they’re forced to grapple with how much they already have and are willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder.
