Queen of the Morning Calm (2019) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

2019 · 86 mins · English

Directed by

Gloria Kim

Starring

Shaun Benson, Jesse LaVercombe, Tina Jung, Mike McPhaden, Francis Melling, Mandi Nicholson

This film follows Debra, a 29-year-old immigrant and sex worker, and her observant 10-year-old daughter Mona, as they seek a new beginning. Determined to break free from cycles of abuse and poverty, Debra strives to become a more supportive mother while also finding her own sense of self-worth and independence. Their journey explores themes of resilience, motherhood, and the enduring power of love.