Wil (played by Michelle Krusiec) is a protagonist in Saving Face.
Dr. Wilhelmina Pang, a successful closeted lesbian surgeon in New York. Falls in love with Vivian, struggles with fear of public affection, supports her mother through pregnancy, and ultimately overcomes her fears to reunite with Vivian after she returns from Paris. Vivian (played by Lynn Chen) appears in Saving Face.
Recently divorced daughter of a family friend who works with Wil. Pursues modern dance and gets accepted to a prestigious ballet program in Paris. Dates Wil, leaves for France, but returns months later to reconnect and become engaged.
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Characters
Wil
(played by Michelle Krusiec) — protagonist
Dr. Wilhelmina Pang, a successful closeted lesbian surgeon in New York. Falls in love with Vivian, struggles with fear of public affection, supports her mother through pregnancy, and ultimately overco...
Vivian
(played by Lynn Chen) — supporting
Recently divorced daughter of a family friend who works with Wil. Pursues modern dance and gets accepted to a prestigious ballet program in Paris. Dates Wil, leaves for France, but returns months late...
Key Relationships
Wil → Vivian
(Romantic Lovers)
Story Analysis
A closeted surgeon navigates family expectations, hidden pregnancies, and public fear to ultimately embrace love and authenticity.
Plot Progression
Secrets and Setups
Dancing in the Shadows
Breaking Point
Embracing the Light
Directed by Alice Wu
Saving Face (2004) · 7.2/10 · comedy, drama, romance
