Now Chinatown movie poster

Now Chinatown

February 5, 2000 1h 52m

Originally released in 2000. Now Chinatown is a drama/romance film. directed by Steve Dunning.

Starring Dana Byrne, Chao-Li Chi, and Jo Chim

Synopsis

Lee's family sent her from China to Los Angeles three years ago to be a waitress in a Chinatown restaurant and send money home to support her ailing grandmother. She lives with her bitter aunt, and endures terrible treatment at work, but feels trapped. Steve, a well-traveled engineer, enters her shabby restaurant by accident one day and is smitten by her. He works to bring her out of her misery and isolation in the short time before he has to leave for a job in China.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 5, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Now Chinatown about?

Lee's family sent her from China to Los Angeles three years ago to be a waitress in a Chinatown restaurant and send money home to support her ailing grandmother. She lives with her bitter aunt, and...

Who directed Now Chinatown?

Now Chinatown was directed by Steve Dunning.

How long is Now Chinatown?

Now Chinatown has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was Now Chinatown released?

Now Chinatown was released on February 5, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Now Chinatown?

The main cast of Now Chinatown includes Dana Byrne, Chao-Li Chi, Jo Chim, Charles Rahi Chun, Steve Dunning.