Autumn Moon

The events unfold in a modern, urban Hong Kong setting with a blend of traditional family life and contemporary concerns. The film follows a teenager navigating school, family duty, and a tentative romance during a period that resembles present-day life. The Mid-Autumn Festival scenes evoke seasonal rhythms and communal celebration, anchoring the narrative in real-world cultural cycles. The passing of time is felt through the aging grandmother and the looming move abroad.

Hong Kong serves as the central setting, with scenes across crowded streets, under city bridges, and along cliffside beaches. The dense urban landscape frames Pui Wai's longing for belonging while her family life anchors her groundedness. The city’s multilingual, fast-paced vibe mirrors the cross-cultural bond she forms with Tokio, a Japanese man. Food, markets, and everyday spaces like hospitals and homes ground the story in a tangible, lived city.

🌱 Coming of Age

The film follows Pui Wai's transition from adolescence toward a more defined sense of self and future possibilities. Her cross-cultural connection with Tokio, coupled with family obligations, highlights a search for belonging beyond home. Fear of losing loved ones intensifies her emotional growth and choices. The intimate moments and quiet reflections map a journey from dependence to tentative independence.

❤️ Connection Across Cultures

Pui Wai and Tokio bridge language and cultural gaps through shared humor and empathy. Their relationship reveals how closeness can evolve despite misunderstandings and distance. The city becomes a backdrop where two different worlds meet, learning from each other. The romance is tempered by the realities of home, family, and mortality.

👵 Family and Care

Grandmother's illness and her wish for the family to thrive anchor the story. Pui Wai's fear of losing her grandmother shapes her decisions and emotional arc. Caregiving relationships reveal tenderness, vulnerability, and resilience within a family network that spans generations. The film emphasizes love as a sustaining force amid change.