Sean Wang's debut feature film 'Dìdi' premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, garnering critical acclaim and winning both the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Best Ensemble Cast and the U.S. Dramatic Audience Award. The film, which explores the coming-of-age journey of a Taiwanese-American teenager named Chris, is deeply personal, drawing from Wang's own experiences and family life. Featuring a nostalgic portrayal of 2008, 'Dìdi' captures the essence of adolescence through specific cultural references and relatable situations. Critics have praised its authenticity and emotional resonance, highlighting the natural performances of its cast, including Wang's real-life grandmother as Chris's grandmother. While some reviews note the film's risks of falling into cliché, they ultimately commend its ability to evoke genuine feelings and connections to the past. 'Dìdi' is now playing in theaters and is considered one of the standout films of the year.