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Oh! My Three Guys....
Young gay men in Hong Kong. Hoi, Fa, and Kau have been friends since Third Form. They're now young gay adults sharing an apartment. Fa, who writes film scripts, has recently been jilted and is heart-broken. Hoi, who works at an ad agency where he's in the closet, is pursued by Fok May, a female colleague. Kau, effeminate and outgoing, is humiliated in public by his father in front of his brother and sister. He goes on TV to make a plea for acceptance. Under the shadow of AIDS and of prejudice, May and the three guys live out their friendships.
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Plot Summary
In this action-comedy, three estranged brothers are brought back together by their ailing father's will. To inherit his fortune, they must overcome their differences and work together to complete a series of challenging tasks. Along the way, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous criminal underworld, forcing them to rely on each other for survival.
Critical Reception
The film was a moderate success, praised for its blend of humor and thrilling action sequences, characteristic of John Woo's directorial style. While not as critically acclaimed as some of his earlier works, it was generally well-received by audiences for its entertaining plot and strong performances from its lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic action and comedic timing.
Appreciated for the chemistry between the lead actors.
Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's enjoyable blend of action and humor, with many praising the performances of the cast. Some viewers noted that while entertaining, the story didn't offer many surprises.
Fun Fact
This film is an early example of John Woo's work that did not achieve the same international recognition as his later Hollywood blockbusters, despite featuring many of his signature directorial elements.
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