Lulu Wang, the acclaimed writer-director of 'The Farewell', opens up about her journey escaping the weight of family expectations. She shares how growing up as a piano prodigy molded her life until she discovered the joy in carving her own path. Through personal stories, she explores the balance between duty and passion, illustrating the complexities of immigrant life. Lulu highlights the liberation found in curiosity and creativity, emphasizing the importance of improvisation and mindfulness in discovering one’s true self.

Filmmaker Lulu Wang discusses creating the Hong Kong-based show Expats, collaborating with Nicole Kidman, contrasting perspectives in storytelling, her personal connection to the project, her college years, the road to her debut feature film, and the importance of community.

Nicole Kidman stars in the new Prime Video series Expats, created by Lulu Wang. The show follows the lives of three American expats in Hong Kong after a catastrophic event. The podcast discusses the disappointment with the show's failure to explore intersections of race, politics, gender, and geography. They also delve into the compelling storyline of Mercy, a Korean American character grappling with class dynamics and personal struggles. Other topics covered include distractions and tropes in the show, lack of character growth and likability, and acknowledgements to the producers and theme music.