The Better Mother

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Set against the backdrop of 1982 Vancouver, this narrative explores the intertwined lives of Danny Lim, a wedding photographer searching for his identity, and Miss Val, a former burlesque dancer. Their connection, sparked during Danny's childhood, becomes pivotal as he seeks to understand his family and himself. The story unfolds during a tumultuous summer marked by the rise of HIV/AIDS, highlighting themes of friendship, change, and the complexities of personal choices. Jen Sookfong Lee delivers a poignant tale of misfits navigating their paths.