All's Well, End's Well 2009
All's Well, End's Well 2009

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All's Well, End's Well 2009

2009
Movie
95 min
Cantonese

Kei's eldest sister Sandra is a hot-tempered magazine editor and her temperament has left her single all this while. One of the family rules is that none of the siblings could get married before their eldest sister. Kei seeks help from the famous Casanova, Koo Chai, to pretend to court his eldest sister and lure her into the mood of love.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Vincent KokGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

This Lunar New Year comedy follows the chaotic love lives of three brothers. The eldest, a smooth talker, tries to win back his ex-girlfriend, while the middle brother navigates a complex relationship with his new girlfriend and her overprotective father. The youngest, a shy but determined bachelor, seeks love with the help of his siblings, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

All's Well, End's Well 2009 was released as a festive comedy aimed at the Lunar New Year audience. While it delivered lighthearted entertainment and relied on established comedic actors, its plot was considered formulaic by many critics. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its humor and festive spirit, though it wasn't seen as a standout entry in the long-running franchise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on slapstick humor and familial comedy typical of the franchise.

  • Features a star-studded cast contributing to its light and entertaining tone.

  • Considered a predictable but enjoyable watch for holiday entertainment.

Google audience: Audience feedback for this installment is scarce, but typically, films in this series are praised for their lighthearted humor and ability to bring families together during the festive season, despite often being criticized for lacking originality.

Fun Fact

This film is part of a popular Hong Kong Lunar New Year comedy film series that began in 1992, with many of the same actors and directors returning for subsequent installments over the years.

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