Tran’s excitement about the project lies in the fact that her role felt deeply personal. Portraying a character named Angela, she said she didn’t feel like she was acting at all. She was thrilled to work on a film where she felt truly accepted, especially in a “queer space,” which was something she had never experienced before.
In The Wedding Banquet, a remake of the 1993 classic, Tran’s character attempts to have a baby through IVF with her partner Lee, played by Lily Gladstone. The storyline follows Angela as she plans a fake traditional Korean wedding to help raise funds for IVF and secure a green card for her male friend.
Tran also reflected on her personal coming-out experience, noting that the scenes she shared with co-star Joan Chen mirrored her own journey with her mother. Director Andrew Ahn, who drew inspiration from his own experiences, said the film was designed to be a reflection of the queer community. He added, “The spirit is the same, and I think it’s even more queer.”
Fans can look forward to seeing The Wedding Banquet when it hits theaters in the spring.