
The movie unfolds in chapters, beginning with Gracie, a young girl who has become silent after her father’s death. The family struggles to connect, both due to their grief and the challenges of different cultures. Gracie’s grandmother, a Chinese immigrant who only speaks Mandarin, tries to help Gracie cope by teaching her traditional prayers for the deceased. Meanwhile, Gracie’s sister, Emily, is Vietnamese and was raised by white parents, adding another layer of disconnection. This fragmented family dynamic is reflected in the film’s storytelling, which shows events repeatedly from various characters’ points of view.