Jacky
Mar 24, 2000 · 1h 20m
Director
Fow Pyng Hu, Brat LjatifiOverview
Jacky is a Chinese kid aged 25 of emigrant parents who lives in a terraced house in Eindhoven with his mother. He grew up in the vacuum between two cultures. He is intelligent but lacks the energy to steer his life in a specific direction. Jacky's calm life is disrupted when his mother urges him to marry a girl from China, following tradition, and leave the parental home. Before he realises, he is living with the young Chinese Chi-Chi in a new apartment in Amsterdam. Chi-Chi has trouble finding her feet in her new surroundings. Her mother-in-law is not keen on her and it is difficult for her to build an intimate relationship with Jacky.
Cast of Jacky
Crew of Jacky
About Jacky
What is Jacky about?
Jacky is a Chinese kid aged 25 of emigrant parents who lives in a terraced house in Eindhoven with his mother. He grew up in the vacuum between two cultures. He is intelligent but lacks the energy to steer his life in a specific direction. Jacky's calm life is disrupted when his mother urges him to marry a girl from China, following tradition, and leave the parental home. Before he realises, he…
When was Jacky released?
Jacky was released on March 24, 2000.
How long is Jacky?
Jacky runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
Who directed Jacky?
Jacky was directed by Fow Pyng Hu and Brat Ljatifi.
Who is in the cast of Jacky?
The cast of Jacky includes Fow Pyng Hu (Jacky), Eveline Wu and Gary Guo.