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Soursweet (1988)

5.319881h 50mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by Mike Newell

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

1h 50m

Language

EN

Release

May 15, 1988

Director

Mike Newell

Official Trailer

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Overview

Just married Hong Kong couple Chen & Lily emigrate to England, soon to become parents to a little baby boy and generally struggle through life. Chen works long days in a restaurant, while Lily does the housekeeping, daydreaming of setting up their own business, much to Chen's chagrin. When Chen lets...

Cast

Sylvia Chang

Sylvia Chang

Lily

Danny Dun

Danny Dun

Chen

Jodi Long

Jodi Long

Mui

Speedy Choo

Speedy Choo

Man Kee

Han Tan

Han Tan

Grandpa

Soon-Tek Oh

Soon-Tek Oh

Red Cudgel

William Chow

William Chow

White Paper Fan

King Shih-Chieh

King Shih-Chieh

Night Brother

David K.S. Tse

David K.S. Tse

Fok

Jim Carter

Jim Carter

Mr. Constantinides

Philip Tan

Philip Tan

Jackie Fung

Eddie Yeoh

Eddie Yeoh

Iron Plank

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Soursweet (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Just married Hong Kong couple Chen & Lily emigrate to England, soon to become parents to a little baby boy and generally struggle through life. Chen works long days in a restaurant, while Lily does the housekeeping, daydreaming of setting up their own business, much to Chen's chagrin. When Chen lets his colleague Fok seduce him down a path of mounting gambling debts, he is recruited as a drug courier for a shadowy Chinese triad. Suddenly he realizes that getting their own enterprise could be their only means of escape.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Soursweet. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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