Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart
Synopsis
San Francisco's Richmond District. A widow welcomes the Chinese New Year. 62 years old, she wants to make a trip to China to pay last respects to her ancestors. A fortune teller has told her this is the year she'll die, and a daughter, Geraldine, remains unmarried. Geraldine's boyfriend lives in Los Angeles and she's not sure she's ready for marriage, nor does she want to leave her mother alone in her declining years. Mrs. Tan's cheerful brother-in-law, Uncle Tam, tries to help out.
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Laureen Chew
Geraldine Tam
Kim Chew
Mrs. Tam
Victor Wong
Uncle Tam
Ida F.O. Chung
Auntie Mary
Cora Miao
Julia
John Nishio
Richard
Amy Hill
Amy Tam
Keith Choy
Kevin Tam
Joan Chen
Young M.J. Player
Mary Chew
Old m.j. player
Nora Lee
Old m.j. player
Rita Yee
Young m.j. player
George Woo
Bar patron
Elsa Cruz Pearson
Eliza
Helen Chew
Linda Tam
Jarrett Chew
Baby Tam
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 9, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 1, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wayne Wang
- Screenplay & Story
- Terrel Seltzer
- Original Score
- Todd Boekelheide
- Original Title
- Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Project A Partnership, American Playhouse
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wayne Wang
Terrel Seltzer
Todd Boekelheide
Michael Chin
Ralph Wikke
Wayne Wang, Vincent Tai, Danny Yung, Tom Sternberg
Department Leadership Roster
Wayne Wang
Director
Terrel Seltzer
Writer
Michael Chin
Director of Photography
Wayne Wang
Producer
Lydia Tanji
Costume Design
Danny Yung
Producer
Ralph Wikke
Editor
Tom Sternberg
Producer
Todd Boekelheide
Original Music Composer
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart
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What is Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart about?
San Francisco's Richmond District. A widow welcomes the Chinese New Year. 62 years old, she wants to make a trip to China to pay last respects to her ancestors. A fortune teller has told her this is the year she'll die, and a daughter, Geraldine, remains unmarried. Geraldine's boyfriend lives in Los Angeles and she's not sure she's ready for marriage, nor does she want to leave her mother alone in her declining years. Mrs. Tan's cheerful brother-in-law, Uncle Tam, tries to help out.
Who directed Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?
Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart was directed by Wayne Wang.
Who stars in Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?
The principal cast of Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart includes Laureen Chew, Kim Chew, Victor Wong, Ida F.O. Chung, Cora Miao.
When was Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart released and how long is it?
Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart was composed by Todd Boekelheide.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?
Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).