Pushing Hands (1991)

Name: Pushing Hands
Released: 1991

Mr. Chu is an elderly widower who teaches tai chi chuan in Beijing. He moves to America to live with his son's family, but finds the cultural adjustment difficult. Since his daughter-in-law is a white woman who does not speak Chinese, Mr. Chu's son, Alex, must mediate.

Genres: Drama, Comedy

What to watch after Pushing Hands

Rebels of the Neon God (1992) — Same feel: dramatic, realistic
Coming Home (2014) — Two steps away in the credits
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) — Same subject: martial arts
Once Upon a Time in China (1991) — Same subject: martial arts
Lust, Caution (2007) — Ang Lee directed both
Days of Being Wild (1990)