Lulu Wang

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.

Lulu Wang, writer-director of The Farewell, and Expats, discusses her journey of breaking free from the expectations placed on her to become a piano prodigy. She talks about the joy of making her own discoveries and finding her own space away from those expectations. Lulu reflects on the pressure and anxiety she felt to excel in playing the piano, and the rebellion and lack of interest she faced when she decided to explore other paths. She emphasizes the importance of releasing the expectations that limit us and finding freedom in making our own choices.