Claire Pei

A Chinese woman searches for her brother in New York. Her quest spans universities, Chinatown, mahjong parlors, and parties, where she encounters old and new friends. Amidst cultural influences, confusion arises—will it lead to a sense of belonging or a heartbreak? Claire Pei's low-budget debut film gained attention for its allegorical narrative and non-commercial vibe different from Taiwan's mainstream cinema. However, her directing career in Taiwan could't extend, despite her continued involvement in acting and screenwriting.

Directed by Claire Pei and acted by Pei and Michael Lally in New York, You Give Me an Orange, I Give You a Pie is a short film about a pair of lovers on a New York West City road that has been abandoned. Their relationship is erratic. The short film was filmed with a Bolex 16 mm camera.