Kinda surprised how many non-Chinese people were watching the film, and kinda surprised that it was a full house. HK movies have never been all that good or popular, but I guess the name Johnnie To is still pretty big internationally.
The movie was not really what I expected...
I didn't like the abrupt ending. To me, it seemed like there should have been more. It would have been interesting to see what each person did with their new found wealth, or if the case ever gets solved. But I guess this way it leaves rooom for imagination.
I did like how it was one story told from three perspectives. Interesting to see how the lives of three strangers converge because of one situation, without them ever knowing. Slightly confusing at first, but clever. Kinda reminds me of the movie Momento, but Momento was a million times more confusing.
As the person introducing the film said, you really need to know something about HK to understand why the theme of this movie is so important. Otherwise, it might seem a little weird.
Overall a good day. Good food and company for lunch. Good food and company for dinner and movie.
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