The Family Law
Chinese-Australian teen navigates family, identity, and divorce
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About The Family Law
Released: 2016
Platform: Hulu
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Cast
Trystan Go, Fiona Choi, Anthony Brandon Wong, Shuang Hu, George Zhao
About The Family Law
The Family Law is an Australian comedy television series created by Benjamin Law. The six part series, loosely adapted from Law's 2010 book of the same name, was first broadcast on SBS One on 14 January 2016. The show follows the dysfunctional world of one Chinese-Australian family, as seen through the eyes of 14-year-old Benjamin Law. It's a show about misguided love, chaotic weddings, awkward puberty, and the relentless pursuit of joy.
Making / Production
The Family Law is produced by Matchbox Pictures and is executive produced by Tony Ayres, Debbie Lee, Sophie Miller, and Patrick Walters. The series' writing team includes Marieke Hardy, Kirsty Fisher, Benjamin Law, Lawrence Leung and Matchbox's own director of Asian content, Debbie Lee.
Actors
- Trystan Go as Benjamin Law: Trystan did an excellent job depicting the teenage struggles and experiences of Benjamin. His performance added depth and authenticity to the character.
- Fiona Choi as Jenny Law: Fiona portrayed the overbearing but well-meaning matriarch of the Law family and brilliantly showcased her comedy chops.
- Anthony Brandon Wong as Danny Law: Anthony's portrayal of the less-than-perfect but loveable father figure was warmly received by the audiences.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The series showcases the experiences of the Australian-Asian community, a narrative not typically depicted on Australian television.
- The series is filmed on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, thus bringing this beautiful region into the spotlight.
Awards
The Family Law has been nominated for several AACTA awards, including Best Television Comedy Series and Best Screenplay in Television.
Quotes
- "We're like the Brady Bunch, but less W.A.S.P.-y and more Asian-y."
- "I'm not bossy, I'm aspirational!"
Music, Soundtrack
- The show's music and soundtrack helps in creating a light-hearted and somewhat quirky vibe that adds to the comedic overtone of the series.
- The compositions by Guy Gross are notable for their ability to influence the scenes' emotional resonance.
About The Family Law
The Family Law is a comical Australian series following the misadventures of a quirky Chinese-Australian family.
