Joy Ride is a 2023 American comedy film directed by Adele Lim. In the latest trailer for the R-rated shock friendship comedy “Joy Ride,” starring Stephanie Hsu, Sherry Cola, and their girlfriends, the characters engage in explicit and humorous situations. The film, directed by Adele Lim, is set for a theatrical release on July 7. The trailer showcases a scene where Cola’s character, Lolo, emphasizes that sex should not be considered shameful but instead seen as something beautiful, illustrated through suggestive gestures and sound effects. The teaser revolves around four unexpected friends accompanying Audrey (Ashley Park) on a business trip to Asia, which takes an unexpected turn.
‘Joy Ride’ Trailer Showcases Wild Escapades and Friendship Exploration
Joy Ride follows Audrey, accompanied by her childhood best friend Lolo, portrayed by Stephanie Hsu, who is known for her chaotic lifestyle. Alongside them is Kat, played by Stephanie Hsu, Audrey’s college friend and a popular Chinese soap star, as well as Lolo’s eccentric cousin Deadeye, portrayed by Sabrina Wu. Their adventure takes an unexpected turn when they become entangled with an American drug smuggler while traveling on a high-speed train in China.
The ensuing events in the latest two-minute trailer of the film are filled with wild and humorous escapades, fueled by alcohol abuse and other raunchy situations. Throughout their journey, the four Asian American friends bond and explore the theme of self-acceptance and embracing one’s true identity.
‘Joy Ride’ Unites Comedy Powerhouses and Creative Talent Behind the Scenes
“Joy Ride,” a comedy that debuted at SXSW, features an ensemble cast including Ronny Chieng, Chris Pang, Desmond Chiam, and Alexander Hodge, known for their roles in “Crazy Rich Asians.” The screenplay for this explicit comedy was written by Cherry Chevapravatdumrong and Teresa Hsiao, who collaborated with director Adele Lim to create the story. Notably, Seth Rogen is among the producers of this raucous comedy, along with Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, Josh Fagen, Cherry Chevapravatdumrong, Teresa Hsiao, and Adele Lim.
