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Men and Women (1999)

5.119991h 29mZH
Comedy

Directed by Liu Bingjian

Rating

5.1/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

ZH

Release

November 20, 1999

Director

Liu Bingjian

Overview

Xiao Bo arrives in Beijing, gets a job at a boutique, and is invited to stay with his lady boss, Ah Qing, and her husband, Kang. Knowing that Xiao Bo is still single, his host tries to introduce him to her best friend, Ah Meng. After a few dates, Ah Meng begins to suspect Xiao Bo is gay. She tells A...

Cast

Yang Qing

Yang Qing

Qing Jie

Apollo Yu

Apollo Yu

Xiao Bo

Kang Zhang

Kang Zhang

Da Kang

Jiangang Wei

Jiangang Wei

Chong Chong

Zi'en Cui

Zi'en Cui

Gui Gui (as Zien Cui)

Mengjie Yu

Mengjie Yu

A Meng

Hao Meng

Hao Meng

Cui Cui

Sheng Guang

Sheng Guang

Da Yang

Yang Qing

Yang Qing

Qing Jie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Men and Women (1999), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Xiao Bo arrives in Beijing, gets a job at a boutique, and is invited to stay with his lady boss, Ah Qing, and her husband, Kang. Knowing that Xiao Bo is still single, his host tries to introduce him to her best friend, Ah Meng. After a few dates, Ah Meng begins to suspect Xiao Bo is gay. She tells Ah Qing, who then informs her husband Kang. After learning this, Kang attempts to rape Xiao Bo when his wife isn't at home. Xiao Bo leaves the house, quits his job and joins his old friend, Chong Chong, and realizes that he has a gay lover, Gui Gui. Some time later, Ah Qing confesses to Kang that she had an affair with Ah Meng.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Men and Women. 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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