Domee Shi,Pixar’s first female Chinese-Canadian director,was inspired③ by her own mother.When Shi grew up,she was always working outside the home.Shi spent little time with her mother,which made her reflect on④ their relationship. “My mom would often hold me close and say,‘I wish I could put you back in my stomach so I knew exactly where you were at all times,’” Shi told US-based media Thrillist. Bao explores the themes of empty nest syndrome⑤,emotional attachment and the effects of being an overprotective parent in the movie,The Hollywood Reporter noted. In the film,many details show the way the Chinese woman loves her “son”.She prepares feasts,cleans up the house carefully and always buys “him” fresh pastries.These details are true to the strong and protective love of Chinese parents for their children.