My Sister's Keeper (2021)

Other name: Zi Zi Xiang Qian Chong , Ji Ji Heung Chin Chung , 姊姊向前冲, 姊姊向前衝

Description:

"My Sister's Keeper" explores the heart-wrenching ethical and emotional complexities within a family whose lives revolve around a severe illness. The story introduces a child conceived specifically to be a genetic match and donor for her older sister, who suffers from a debilitating disease. For years, she undergoes various medical procedures to provide life-saving support to her sibling. However, as she enters her teenage years, she makes a startling decision: to sue her parents for medical emancipation.

This unprecedented lawsuit plunges the family into a profound crisis, forcing them to confront difficult questions about love, sacrifice, and the boundaries of bodily autonomy. The film intricately weaves a narrative of conflicting loyalties and unbearable pressures placed upon each member, as they navigate a highly personal battle that becomes a public spectacle. It ultimately examines the deep connections that bind families together and the ultimate cost of keeping hope alive.

Country: Taiwanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Drama