Banana Split

Story

Synopsis

When a scheduling error forces grieving photographer Peter to share an apartment with the rebellious Alice, their weekend together becomes unexpectedly transformative. As the two Asian-Americans navigate New York from Chinatown to the Hamptons, Peter confronts his sister's death and his own invisibility while Alice grapples with family secrets and a recent breakup. Through stolen dumplings, midnight swims, and brutal honesty two strangers learn that being seen requires first seeing yourself. Banana Split is a bittersweet comedy about grief, identity, and what happens when two people force each other to stop hiding.

Director

Walter Kim

Writers

Walter Kim

Language

English

Release date

18 January 2026

Ensemble

Cast

• Jessica Chung

  Alice Chen

• Min-Gu

  Peter Lee