The Wedding Banquet Remake Explores Modern Queer Family

Andrew Ahn’s 2025 remake of Ang Lee’s 'The Wedding Banquet' reimagines the story around two queer couples, focusing on Min, a closeted Korean artist, who proposes a green-card marriage to his lesbian friend Angela so he can stay in the U.S., in exchange for funding IVF treatments for Angela and her partner Lee. The plan is thrown into chaos when Min’s traditional grandmother insists on a lavish wedding, forcing the foursome to maintain appearances and navigate cultural and personal expectations. The film blends comedy and drama, updating the original’s themes to reflect modern LGBTQ+ experiences, immigration challenges, and evolving definitions of family. Critics have praised the film’s warmth, strong ensemble cast, and its empathetic, nuanced storytelling. Director Andrew Ahn and original co-writer James Schamus are credited with lending sincerity and depth to the screwball premise. The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is set for theatrical release on April 18, 2025.