emerging director

43rd Asian American International Film Festival

Film review by daniel eagan

“What is most notable about her directing is its delicacy and balance. “Model” doesn’t blame its characters for their faults. It tries to understand them instead.” —— Asian Movie Pulse

A turning point of self-acceptance 

“The film is not only about an ambitious girl’s struggle in a foreign land, but it also touches on the reason behind it. Why does Lu and many in her generation try so hard to gain approval? How does one’s primary family influence their senses of belonging? My conversation with director Jing inspires me to view the film from a cultural perspective and understand Lu’s plight through multiple layers.” —— Asian cinevision

Asian new talent award

25th ShangHai International Film Festival