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Leave Me Alone
Gay fashion designer Yiu Chun Man (Ekin Cheng) is visited in Hong Kong by his straight twin brother, Yiu Chun Kit (also Ekin Cheng). Kit borrows his brother’s driver’s license, and is then involved in a car crash in which a woman dies (see also Ab-normal Beauty), and Kit falls into a coma. With no ID card, Man is unable to prove his identity, so he assumes the identity of his brother, and takes up with Kit’s girlfriend, Jane, (Charlene Choi), and goes with her to Thailand. Jane, however, is having some money problems, and is deeply indebted to a loan shark (Dayo Wong), who pursues Man and Jane. Kit comes out of his coma and finds himself struggling to fend off the amorous advances of Man's boyfriend (Jan Lamb), who is a high-ranking Hong Kong police officer.
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Plot Summary
A group of suburban kids, led by the imaginative and theatrical Bree, decide to create their own movie. Their ambitious project takes an unexpected turn when they accidentally involve a reclusive and eccentric former actor, played by Randy Quaid. The kids try to navigate the complexities of filmmaking and their own lives while dealing with the unpredictable nature of their new collaborator.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its quirky charm and the performances of its young cast, particularly Kristen Stewart, and Randy Quaid's unique portrayal. However, some found the plot to be somewhat uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming and offbeat premise.
Kristen Stewart's early performance was highlighted as a standout.
Some noted a lack of narrative cohesion in places.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's lighthearted and creative spirit, with many enjoying the interactions between the kids and the eccentric adult characters. The unique storyline and the young actors' performances were frequently cited as positives.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Birthday Girl' before being changed to 'Leave Me Alone'.
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