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Mulberry Child

2012·Movie
1h 25min
41
WeakGoodWatch score

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A , documentary: , but never childish, .

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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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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Where can I stream Mulberry Child?

In the United States, Mulberry Child streams on Prime, and it is free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is Mulberry Child worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 54). Audiences rate it higher (78 out of 100) than critics (44).

Is Mulberry Child okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Mulberry Child plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.