Crazy Rich Asians

Finally got around to seeing this, which was really the rage a couple years ago. Constance Wu (as Rachel Chu) agrees to travel to Singapore with her New York boyfriend Nick Young (Henry Golding). She is nervous because she is Chinese American and her culture is truly American, while Nick's family has deep Chinese roots. What she doesn't know (he has kept from her) is that Nick is ultra-wealthy and heir to a family business and fortune. She is just a "working class" university economics professor with a PhD. The story follows all the introductions and faux pas's and self doubt and back stabbing that one would expect. What makes this film better (and what always makes a film better) is the presence of Awkwafina. As the old college friend/social media influencer, she keeps it fresh and fun. 

4 stars (out of 5)