Big family Quote by Wong Kar-wai
“My mother has a very big family in Shanghai, so I have, like, almost 40 cousins, so we stayed together all the time. So by the time I get to Hong Kong, I become the only child and the only one surrounded by adults, you know.”
About This Quote
Source Film: In the Mood for Love, 2000
Frequent family gatherings shape identity, but moving away can feel isolating.
In simple terms: Large families give community; moving can feel lonely.
Key Takeaway
Stay connected with family despite distance.
Themes
family
identity
loneliness
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
personal
cultural
When to use this quote
- family reunions
- relocation
- cultural adjustment
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
social dynamics
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What rituals keep family bonds strong?
- How does relocation affect self‑perception?
A Different Perspective
Isolation may be mitigated by technology, but emotional gaps persist.
![“I came from a big family, with not enough attention. It's classic. I wasn't the baby, but was second to last. It's absolutely the same story that most people have in this [film] business, they're the middle children. I've encountered some people, and it's weird to me, that they were the youngest…” quote by Paul F. Tompkins](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/74d/paul-f-tompkins-3121_attention_i-came-from-a-big-family-with-not-enough_226143.jpg)
