Hello
Hello

Movie spotlight

Hello

2017
Movie
23 min
Cantonese

When you are concerned with the needed, you have to understand what they really suffer. Lok-yan is a Form Five student. She is under great pressure of studying. She always stays at home alone and has meals in convenience store. Lam Hong is homeless. One day, they come across each other in the convenience store. Lok-yan is too young for purchasing alcoholic beverage. With the assistance of Lam Hong, Lok-yan could finally enjoy her first taste of beer. They become friends. However, Lok-yan finds out that she could hardly understand the difficulties which Lam Hong is facing.

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IMDb5.1/10
Google Users65%
Director: Anand L. RaiGenres: Romance, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of two individuals who are searching for love and meaning in their lives. Their paths cross in unexpected ways, leading them on a journey of self-discovery and emotional turmoil. As they navigate their relationships and personal challenges, they must confront their fears and insecurities to find true happiness. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human connection.

Critical Reception

Hello received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. While some praised the performances of the lead actors and the film's visual appeal, many found the plot to be predictable and the execution to be lacking. The movie's commercial performance was also underwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • Performances by Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma were highlighted, though often overshadowed by a weak script.

  • The film's visual presentation was considered a strong point by some critics.

  • Many reviewers found the plot to be unoriginal and predictable, leading to a lack of engagement.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a mixed reception, with many appreciating the star power and some emotional moments, but a significant portion expressing disappointment with the predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.

Fun Fact

This film marked the third collaboration between director Aanand L. Rai and actor Shah Rukh Khan, following 'Zero' (2018) and 'Raanjhanaa' (2013).

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