Lucky Fish

Lucky Fish

2022 · 8 min · ★ 7.9 · Drama, Romance

Two Asian-American teenagers meet in the bathroom of a Chinese restaurant while having dinner with their families.

Directed by Emily May Jampel · Written by Emily May Jampel

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