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Aishe, a Uyghur woman trained by her military father, migrates to New York City where she finds herself laboring in Chinatown’s underground kitchens. She fatefully encounters Skinner, a young American soldier who has just returned from three tours in the Middle East. While falling in love, they discover the possibility of a better life together than the ones they believed they were destined to live alone.
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new york city
based on novel or book
undocumented immigrant
juvenile detention center
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Questions about Preparation for the Next Life
How long is Preparation for the Next Life?
Preparation for the Next Life has a runtime of 1h 56m (1 hour and 56 minutes).
Who directed Preparation for the Next Life?
Preparation for the Next Life was directed by Bing Liu and released in 2025.
What genre is Preparation for the Next Life?
Preparation for the Next Life is a Drama, Romance film (2025).
Who stars in Preparation for the Next Life?
The cast of Preparation for the Next Life includes Sebiye Behtiyar, Fred Hechinger, Landyn Lu, Ella Rouwen Chen, B. Todd Johnston.
What is the TMDB rating for Preparation for the Next Life?
Preparation for the Next Life has a TMDB rating of 5.9/10 based on 31 votes.
