Cast
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Ally Maki
as Margaret
Hayden Szeto
as Larry
Peter S. Kim
as Roy
Dana Lee
as Dad
Karan Soni
as Gordon
Page Leong
as Sophie
Echo Kellum
as Jeff Atlas
Megan Gailey
as Sarah Schumer
Ari Stidham
as Aaron
Peggy Lu
as Cai Shi
Patrick Batiste
as Waiter
Julie Birke
as Melissa
Miya Cech
as Young Margaret
Cindera Che
as Aunt Jenny
Danny Jacobs
as Kirby
Crew
Director
- Tom Huang
Writer
- Tom Huang
Producer
- Randy Kulina
- Cindy Lu
- Brian Yang
- Tanner Kling
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Dealing with Dad examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Tom Huang brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2022, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Dealing with Dad took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 106 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 151 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 46 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 2235 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 7, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 46m