Big Man Little Affair

About This Movie

So, 'Big Man Little Affair' is this quirky comedy from 1989 that has a pretty unique vibe. You’ve got Joseph, this advertising guy caught in a whirlwind of family expectations—his wife and mother-in-law are all about him having a grandson. Then, throw in a rambunctious Taiwanese business partner who drags him to Taiwan. It's all about the cultural clash, and there’s a certain charm in the way they portray the Taiwanese setting. The pacing has that classic late '80s feel, with moments of slapstick humor mixed in. The performances are a bit over-the-top, but that’s kind of the point, right? It’s distinctive in how it tackles themes of family, identity, and unexpected romance through a comedic lens.

Features a blend of American and Taiwanese cultural elementsInteresting character dynamics between Joseph and his partnerHighlights the pressures of family expectations in a light-hearted way