Chinaman
In 1989, a Chinese takeaway becomes a battleground for pride and identity as a father and his mixed-race son clash under the weight of grief, generational divide, and the quiet violence of everyday racism.
In 1989, a tense evening unfolds at a Chinese takeaway run by Wong, a first-generation immigrant, and his two sons: Kenny, rebellious and resentful, and Andy, still impressionable. As the night spirals from petty frustrations to deeper wounds; fueled by family conflict, cultural estrangement, and casual racism; Kenny clashes bitterly with his father before facing a humiliating encounter with a group of drunken bigots. When Wong overhears their hateful accusations, he snaps, erupting in a violent confrontation that leaves him bloodied but unbowed. In the stunned silence that follows, father and son must quietly navigate the cost of pride, silence, and survival.
Cast
- Orion Lee - Wong
- Charles M Baker - Kenny
- Peter Caulfield - Kev
- Matthew Aistrup - Tommy
- Jonny Vernon - John
- Remington Summers - Andy
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chinaman about?
- In 1989, a tense evening unfolds at a Chinese takeaway run by Wong, a first-generation immigrant, and his two sons: Kenny, rebellious and resentful, and Andy, still impressionable. As the night spirals from petty frustrations to deeper wounds; fueled by family conflict, cultural estrangement, and casual racism; Kenny clashes bitterly with his father before facing a humiliating encounter with a group of drunken bigots. When Wong overhears their hateful accusations, he snaps, erupting in a violent confrontation that leaves him bloodied but unbowed. In the stunned silence that follows, father and son must quietly navigate the cost of pride, silence, and survival.
- Who directed Chinaman?
- Chinaman was directed by Rob Chiu.
- Who stars in Chinaman?
- Chinaman stars Orion Lee, Charles M Baker, Peter Caulfield, Matthew Aistrup, Jonny Vernon, Remington Summers.
- How long is Chinaman?
- Chinaman has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
- What genre is Chinaman?
- Chinaman is a Drama film.
- Where was Chinaman produced?
- Chinaman was produced in United Kingdom.