Joy Ride

2023 • Movie • 32,001 views

Comedy

Overview

Joy Ride is a 2023 raunchy comedy film directed by Adele Lim, starring Ashley Park as Audrey, a successful lawyer who travels to China for a business trip. She is joined by her childhood best friend, Lolo (Sherry Cola); Lolo's eccentric cousin, Deadeye (Sabrina Wu); and her former college roommate, Kat (Stephanie Hsu), a famous actress. The film is a wild, outrageous, and hilarious road trip comedy, in the vein of The Hangover and Bridesmaids. The film explores themes of identity, friendship, and the Asian American experience. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning over $15 million on a $13 million budget. It was praised for its performances, its humor, and its representation.