“Chopin” tells the story of Chopin Wu (played by Liu), who returns home to small-town America where he grew up to amend an estranged relationship with his workaholic father (Dai). With a sudden appearance from his ailing grandmother (Chen), he is confronted by a past he had left behind. In the midst of a health crisis and a broken family, Wu is forced to re-examine old relationships, embrace a heritage he once denied and discover the importance of family and identity.

Crafted by an HRFF alum, this short film depicts an open marriage tested by unexpected twists including a plumber, a pool, a sandwich, and a charming himbo. Sam searches for clarity on love, connection, and whether he and Dustin are truly solid.