Joy Ride

Four fearless friends turn a business trip to Asia into the wildest international escapade where finding your roots might just involve losing your dignity first.

Joy Ride is a raucous comedy directed by Adele Lim in her feature directorial debut, starring Ashley Park, Sherry Cola, Stephanie Hsu, and Sabrina Wu. The film follows four women as they embark on a chaotic and hilarious trip through China and Korea. Audrey Sullivan, a Chinese adoptee and lawyer, joins her childhood friend Lolo, Lolo's cousin Vanessa ("Deadeye"), and their college friend Kat on a journey to meet Audrey's birth family and secure a business deal. What follows is a wild adventure involving mishaps, a viral scandal, and a quest for self-discovery.

Premiering at SXSW and receiving positive reviews for its performances and humor, Joy Ride is a journey of friendship, identity, and the cultural complexities of being an adoptee in modern times. Directed by Adele Lim, the film mixes sharp comedy with heartfelt moments, offering a fun and empowering experience.