Seeking Asian Female (2012): cast, story & where to watch

2012 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2012, Seeking Asian Female is a documentary film directed by Debbie Lum, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. Seeking Asian Female is an eccentric modern love story about Steven and Sandy – an aging white man with “yellow fever” who is obsessed with marrying any Asian woman, and the young Chinese bride he finds online. Debbie, a Chinese American filmmaker, documents and narrates with skepticism and humor, from the early stages of Steven’s search, through the moment Sandy steps foot in California for the first time, to a year into their precarious union. Global migration, Sino-American relations and the perennial battle of the sexes, weigh in on the fate of their marriage in this intimate and quirky personal documentary.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Seeking Asian Female has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Seeking Asian Female page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Seeking Asian Female (2012)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Seeking Asian Female change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Seeking Asian Female worth watching?
Seeking Asian Female holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Seeking Asian Female released?
Seeking Asian Female was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.