The Motel

Year: 2006

Runtime: 75 min

Language: English

Director: Michael Kang

DramaComedy

Growing up too fast, 13-year-old Ernest Chin finds refuge at his family's motel, a haven amidst the harsh realities of suburban life. His world shifts when the charming and rebellious Sam Kim arrives as a guest. Ernest is captivated by Sam’s allure and drawn into his unconventional lifestyle, learning difficult lessons about masculinity from a man grappling with his own struggles and searching for his place.

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