Drop Me a Cat
Drop Me a Cat

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Drop Me a Cat

2003
Movie
94 min
Mandarin

It's the year 1999, Hei-shu, a long-term unemployed man, finally gets a job in a local musical band, performing at funerals and weddings. One day, Hei-shu's cat is missing. He later suspects that the cat has turned into a woman.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Xavier DurringerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman, determined to leave her life behind, plans a seemingly simple escape. However, her carefully laid plans begin to unravel when a series of unexpected events and encounters throw her into disarray. As she navigates these complications, she finds herself confronting aspects of her past and present she had hoped to leave behind, leading to a series of comedic and dramatic situations.

Critical Reception

Drop Me a Cat received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its charming performances and quirky humor, while some found its plot development to be somewhat uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its lighthearted yet touching narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its engaging performances, particularly from the lead actors.

  • Noted for its blend of humor and emotional depth.

  • Some found the pacing and plot progression to be inconsistent.

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Fun Fact

The film is a French production, originally titled 'Le Furet' (The Ferret), and was released in France in 2003 before potentially finding distribution elsewhere.

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