In a poignant blend of comedy and drama, a Chinese family faces a cultural and emotional dilemma when they learn that their matriarch has been diagnosed with a terminal illness. Instead of revealing the truth, they decide to organize a fake wedding to gather all the family members in China, providing an excuse to say goodbye without any sad plans. The protagonist, Billi, a writer who has emigrated to the United States, is the only one who disagrees with this strategy, feeling a deep conflict between her love for her grandmother and her desire to be honest.
As the wedding approaches, Billi spirals through a whirlwind of emotions, confronting the cultural differences between her Western life and Chinese traditions. The story takes us through heartwarming and amusing family interactions, where each reunion, each laugh, and each tear carries significant weight. As Billi observes the facade of happiness that everyone is trying to maintain, she begins to question cultural expectations and finds herself caught in a tug of war between her roots and her new life.
The film explores the concepts of love, farewell, and the value of truth in a context where pain is hidden behind smiles and celebrations. With its delicate aesthetics and memorable performances, this story becomes a profound reminder of what it means to be part of a family.