DIDI (2024) - An Oscar level movie on every level

Didi (2024), streaming on Hulu, delivers a poignant American drama that revitalizes the genre. This immensely significant film deserves acclaim for its authentic portrayal of the complex, often elusive teenage experience—a theme that has challenged filmmakers across generations. Cast Izaac Wang as Chris Wang (Dìdi) Joan Chen as Chungsing Wang (Chris's mother) Shirley Chen as Vivian Wang (Chris's older sister) Chang Li Hua as Nai Nai (Chris's grandmother) Mahaela Park as Madi (Chris's love interest) Raul Dial as Fahad (Chris's friend) Aaron Chang as Soup (Chris's friend) Chiron Cillia Denk as Donovan Sunil Mukherjee Maurillo as Cory (credited as Sunil Maurillo) Montay Boseman as Nugget Alysha Syed as Jade Alaysia Simmons as Ellie Tarnvir Kamboj as Hardeep Shiu Fang Wang as Shiu Fang Jayden Chiang as Max Joziah Lagonoy as Josh Joshua Hankerson as Mack Georgie August as Georgia (credited as Dalila George August) Crew Director: Sean Wang Writer: Sean Wang Producers: Sean Wang Carlos López Estrada Josh Peters Chris Columbus Executive Producers (under AntiGravity Academy, Spark Features, and Maiden Voyage Pictures banners): Carlos López Estrada Josh Peters Chris Columbus Music Composer: Giosuè Greco Music Supervisor: Toko Nagata Cinematographer: Not explicitly listed in provided sources, but credited on IMDb as Sam A. Davis (Director of Photography) Editor: Not explicitly listed in provided sources, but credited on IMDb as Arielle Zakowski Production Companies: AntiGravity Academy, Spark Features, Maiden Voyage Pictures Distributor: Focus Features