Mulberry Child

2012·Movie
1h 25min

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Mulberry Child fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Moving and wholesome

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

A real life story, family, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

During the Chinese Cultural Revolution, millions had their lives destroyed...their reputations ruined. Mulberry Child is the story of the persecution and survival of Jian Ping's family during this difficult period. After growing up in Socialist China, Jian must learn to assimilate to a Capitalist world when she migrates to the United States. In pursuit of the American dream, Jian develops an emotional disconnect between her and her privileged American-born daughter, Lisa. Will a trip to the 2008 Beijing Olympics and a journey into the past forge a healthier relationship between mother and daughter? The film teaches us the human capacity for courage and endurance, and shows how the events of the past will affect our future.
Chinese Cultural RevolutionMother-Daughter RelationshipCultural IdentityHistorical PersecutionFamily HistoryCross-Cultural UnderstandingAmerican DreamIntergenerational TraumaPersonal Journey

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Mulberry Child

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Where can I stream Mulberry Child legally?

Mulberry Child is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Mulberry Child worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Mulberry Child?

1 h 25 min

Mulberry Child runs 1 h 25 min.

Is Mulberry Child based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Mulberry Child?

Critics44
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate Mulberry Child higher (78) than critics (44). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Mulberry Child in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Mulberry Child?

6AUCAGBINMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mulberry Child in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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