Essentially Amy
2023, English. Directed by Ari Groobman.
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Amy is a young Chinese-American girl working at her local grocery store during the height of the pandemic. Amy must confront growing racism towards Asian-Americans, while at home, she must mitigate her mother’s expectations and personal bias towards African-Americans. After a brutal assault, Amy and her family must reevaluate their perceptions, and Amy must come to terms with who she really is and what she really wants.
- Runtime
- 0h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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- Released
- 25 June 2023
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ari Groobman
- Budget
- $25K
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Essentially Amy runs 15 minutes (0h 15m).
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Essentially Amy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Essentially Amy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Essentially Amy on?
Essentially Amy isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 June 2023. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Essentially Amy?
If you liked Essentially Amy, try The Joy Luck Club, Goodbye June, A Dry White Season.
Who directed Essentially Amy?
Essentially Amy (2023) was directed by Ari Groobman and stars Stacy Chu, Ping Liu, Jim Todd.