"Joy Luck Club 2," announced in October 2022, will reunite novelist Amy Tan, Oscar-winning screenwriter Ron Bass, and original cast members including Ming-Na Wen, Tamlyn Tomita and Lisa Lu. In the sequel, the mothers become grandmothers and the daughters become mothers, introducing a new generation navigating their own cultural identities and family dynamics. “The girls are all having a quick zoom Tuesday night to discuss,” Chao said. “There’s a script.”⁠ ⁠ The 1993 film, based on Tan's novel, explored the complex relationships between Chinese-American women and their immigrant mothers, resonating with audiences and paving the way for Asian-led films like "Crazy Rich Asians." The sequel aims to further explore themes of heritage, love, womanhood and identity, building on the legacy of the original film, which was recognized for its cultural significance by the Library of Congress in 2020.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ 🤳Comment “email” to sign up to our daily newsletter.⁠ ⁠ 📰Follow us for the latest Asian New...