The Wedding Banquet is a Taiwanese-American comedy-drama film directed by Ang Lee. The story follows a gay Taiwanese immigrant living in New York City who agrees to a marriage of convenience with a Chinese artist to please his parents. As the wedding approaches, complications arise, leading to a humorous and heartfelt exploration of cultural clashes and personal identity. The Wedding Banquet received widespread acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes and its insightful commentary on cultural expectations.