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Shirley Chen as Joan Huang (the protagonist who undergoes experimental ethnic modification surgery to appear white) struggles to connect with her white peers, feeling ashamed of her appearance. Her decision leads to a transformative journey, exploring themes of identity, acceptance, and the consequences of seeking assimilation. As she navigates her new life under an alias "Jo Hunt," Joan faces a series of challenges that force her to confront the true cost of her transformation. The film takes a tragic turn when Joan's face begins to deform, and she is elected prom queen but struggles with her newfound identity.