Sunken Plum (2017) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2017 · 19 mins · Chinese

Directed by

Roberto F. Canuto, Xiaoxi Xu

Starring

Celia Yinmeng Yu, Chen Jiaqi, Gu Xiang, Li Lierong, Tian Peng, Yao Zhexing

Working at a nightclub in Chengdu, a transgender woman receives a surprising visit from her cousin, who informs her of her mother’s death. As the only male relative, she feels compelled to return to her hometown and confront her family. However, she must conceal her true identity from those who once knew her, navigating a complex journey of acceptance, family obligations, and self-discovery in a traditional Chinese setting.