Joan Chen
19 titles
Filmography
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Saving Face
(2004)When a young woman's pregnant, unmarried mother moves into her apartment, she does what any dutifulchild with an expectant widow on her hands would do: she sets her up with every bachelor in town.

The Last Emperor
(1987)Discover the story of Pu Yi, the three-year-old boy who became emperor of China in 1908. Living in the spectacular Forbidden City, Pu Yi grows up in sumptuous surroundings amid reverent treatment. Later deposed, the last emperor becomes a western-style playboy and then Japan's puppet emperor of Manchuria.

Dìdi (弟弟)
(2024)In 2008, during the last month of summer before high school begins, an impressionable 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns what his family can’t teach him: how to skate, how to flirt, and how to love your mom.

Lust, Caution
(2007)Lust, Caution is the daring new film from acclaimed director Ang. Set against the backdrop of a transforming county, a young woman finds herself swept up in a radical plot to assassinate a ruthless and secretive intelligence agent. As she immerses herself in her role as a cosmopolitan seductress, she becomes entangled in a dangerous game that will ultimately determine her fate.

Sheep Without a Shepherd
(2019)Li (Xiao Yang) and his wife A Yu (Tan Zhuo) run a small company in Thailand. They have two lovely daughters and live a happy life. However, his eldest daughter kills the son of La Wen (Joan Chen) in self-defence. To protect his daughter and families, Li has to bury the body and cover the truth. La Wen is the head of the regional police, and she is dying to find her missing son. The contest between Li and La Wen is beginning.

White Frog
(2013)A tragic accident sends a young teen with Asperger’s syndrome on a life-changing journey to confront his traditional Chinese-American parents.

1911
(2011)In early 20th century China, a decorated Army general educated in modern warfare returns from a stay in Japan to unite his splintering country.

Wild Side
(1996)A struggling banker who works as a part-time call girl becomes entangled with an international money mover and his very beautiful wife.

On Deadly Ground
(1994)When an oil rig worker learns that his oil company intends to destroy the Alaskan environment and the livelihoods of the local Inuit population for profit, he joins forces with an Inuit activist who opposes drilling in Alaska. Together they show that oil and water don't mix but fire and ice can be lethal!

The Blood of Heroes
(1989)In the barren and desolate world of the post-apocalyptic era, a proud warrior known only as Sallow engages in a brutal sporting event called "juggers." Sallow was once a member of the League -- a ruling body which governs the sport -- but was summarily dismissed after committing a relatively minor infraction.

Golden Gate
(1994)Set in 1952, this is the story of an FBI agent who falsely identifies a Chinese laundry worker as a Communist spy, then falls for the man's daughter.

All God's Children Can Dance
(2008)In this erotic drama, a young photographer, raised to believe he is the son of God, encounters a stranger who inspires him to search Los Angeles for his true father.

Mao’s Last Dancer
(2009)Mao's Last Dancer is the inspiring true story of Li Cunxin and his extraordinary journey from a poor upbringing in rural China to international stardom as a world-class ballet dancer. It compellingly captures the struggles, sacrifices and triumphs, as well as the intoxicating effects of first love and celebrity amid the pain of exile.

A Murder at the End of the World
A young woman accepts a mysterious invitation from a billionaire and his wife.

Heaven & Earth
(1993)Concluding his Vietnam War trilogy that began with "Platoon" and soared with "Born on the Fourth of July," Academy Award-winning director Oliver Stone ("Natural Born Killers," "JFK") brings to the screen the true story of one Vietnamese woman's heroic struggle to survive war, hardship and upheaval in her own country and in her adopted land of America.

The Wedding Banquet
(2025)From the director of Fire Island comes THE WEDDING BANQUET - a big-hearted comedy about fake vows, real feelings, and a ceremony that spirals fast. When Angela agrees to a green-card marriage with her best friend’s partner, things go off the rails thanks to a determined grandma, a surprise banquet, and a messy love triangle of sorts. Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone and Oscar winner Youn Yuh-Jung star.

Turtle Beach
(1992)A photojournalist covering Vietnamese refugees in Malaysia finds more than a story as the journey challenges her loyalties and changes her life.

Tai-Pan
(1986)Set in China during the 19th century, Dirk Struan is the power-hungry head of community who has big plans for expansion in Hong Kong. His quest is hindered by a number of rivals who seek to overthrow him and take his position for themselves.

The House That Never Dies II
(2017)A century after the mysterious murders of the entire Zhisheng household, a cultural relic restorer experiences strange events at the ancient mansion.