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Merry Christmas
A widower named Baldy (Karl Maka) longs for his lovely neighbor, but is unable to summon the courage to tell her until another man enters the picture and forces his hand. Knowing that Mak, the middle-aged newspaper editor, often misses his late spouse, his beloved children persuade him to date Siu Fung, the singer who lives next door. At this moment, Siu Fung's cousin, Uncle Sam, returns from the States and proposes to marry Siu Fung. One day, dispute happens between Sam and Mak which makes Siu Fung mad with Mak..
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Plot Summary
This is a Christmas-themed television special that features various musical performances and holiday-themed segments. It aims to capture the spirit of Christmas through songs and festive imagery, suitable for family viewing during the holiday season.
Critical Reception
As a holiday special from 1984, specific critical reception data is scarce. However, such specials were generally enjoyed for their festive cheer and entertainment value by families during the holiday season.
What Reviewers Say
A heartwarming collection of Christmas songs and holiday cheer.
Features festive performances suitable for the whole family.
Evokes the traditional spirit of the Christmas season.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1984 special is not available.
Fun Fact
Many holiday specials from this era often featured a mix of established and emerging musical artists of the time, aiming to appeal to a broad audience with popular Christmas carols and contemporary holiday tunes.
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