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This well paced, fun, and engaging film opens on the sleepy side. (I prepared myself for a B movie.) However, once Awkwafina and Ken Jeong hit the screen, the party starts. Both are hilarious, though it's really Awkwafina who, springing into the picture, gives the film its latent momentum. A solid script, strong direction, lavish sets, brisk editing and some heartfelt acting keep that elevated pace rollicking. Aside from the shaky opening scenes, I would point out only one other area that could use improvement – but to do so would be to spoil – so, suffice to say – it's a good film. Treat yourself to a little overseas travel, a solid tried-and-true love story, and fresh comedy. You'll laugh, maybe cry, and root for good-hearted young lovers. And best of all, you'll be entertained. Oh, and the music is a blast. I love the Chinese versions of a couple of golden oldies Money - That’s What I Want (made popular by the Beatles) and I Want Your Love - I Want You To Be My Baby. Great sound track. |
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Copyright © 1998-2023 Ross Anthony, Author - Speaker - Solo World Circumnavigator In addition to reviewing films and interviewing celebs at HollywoodReportCard.com, traveling the world, composing great music, motivational speaking, Mr. Anthony also runs his own publishing company in the Los Angeles area. While traversing the circumference of the planet writing books and shooting documentaries, Mr. Anthony has taught, presented for, worked &/or played with locals in over 30 countries & 100 cities (Nairobi to Nagasaki). He's bungee-jumped from a bridge near Victoria Falls, wrestled with lions in Zimbabwe, crashed a Vespa off a high mountain road in Taiwan, and ridden a dirt bike across the States (Washington State to Washington DC). To get signed books ("Rodney Appleseed" to "Jinshirou") or schedule Ross to speak check out: www.RossAnthony.com or call 1-800-767-7186.
Go into the world and inspire the people you meet with your love, kindness, and whatever it is you're really good at. Check out books by Ross Anthony. Rand() functions, Pho chicken soup, rollerblading, and frozen yogurt (w/ blueberries) also rock! (Btw, rand is short for random. It can also stand for "Really Awkward Nutty Dinosaurs" -- which is quite rand, isn't it?) Being alive is the miracle. Special thanks to Ken Kocanda, HAL, Jodie Keszek, Don Haderlein, Mom and Pops, my family, R. Foss, and many others by Ross Anthony. Galati-FE also deserves a shout out. And thanks to all of you for your interest and optimism. Enjoy great films, read stirring novels, grow. |
