Waiting for the Light to Change

Slamdance 2023 Winner Grand Jury Prize Best Narrative Feature

Throughout a week-long beachside getaway, Amy, having recently undergone dramatic weight loss, finds herself wrestling between loyalty to her best friend Kim, and her attraction to Kim's new boyfriend.

"An impressive debut…The performances are all impeccable. Tran’s direction complements them beautifully, drawing on minimalist filmmakers and some of the greatest hits of "slow cinema." - RogerEbert.com

“An exceptional act of patience, restraint, courage and authenticity…Tran paints a remarkably honest portrait of vulnerability” - Slamdance Jury

“Life transitions are filtered through the Asian American experience… A quietly poignant drama that authentically shows what it means to have a quarter-life crisis.” - Culture Mix

• Trailer/ 77% Rotten Tomatoes (83% Audience Score)

• 89 min / Movie / #GenZ #hangout