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Set in New York City, Énouement follows Jen, a career-driven amateur navigating the film industry, as she struggles to balance her career and caring for her grandfather with dementia. What starts as a light-hearted bonding moment between Jen and Grandpa quickly escalates as Jen juggles fixing a work mistake and managing Grandpa’s disruptive behavior. Frustration peaks when Jen lashes out, only to later discover a heartfelt letter he wrote, forcing Jen to reconcile her emotions and reevaluate her priorities.


Creator
Angel Lu is an Actor and Director based in New York. She graduated from NYU Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA major degree in Drama and a minor degree in Film Production. Énouement is her directorial debut. As an Asian American, her work is deeply rooted in exploring the intersection between Eastern and Western cultures. Growing up in the confluence of these two worlds, she constantly navigates the unique challenges and opportunities that arise from this cultural duality. By weaving together elements from both Eastern and Western storytelling traditions, she aims to create narratives that resonate with a global audience to bridge cultural gaps and foster understanding while staying true to the authenticity of the Asian American experience. more...

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