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Double Fattiness
Siu-Fung (Lydia Sum), an owner of a pizzeria, unexpectedly succumbs to a heart attack. However, her spirit was unable to cross over to the other side, thus, she resurrects into the body of a young woman (Maggie Cheung). Afterward, she reunites with her family and tries to convince them that she is alive. Yet, the plot thickens when a woman, unrelated to the family and is physically identical to Siu-Fung, appears, and Siu-Fung's husband (Bill Tung) thinks that that woman is his wife.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy but lonely businessman, desperate for a companion, stumbles upon a magical service that allows him to swap bodies with a charming gangster. While enjoying his newfound freedom and romance with a beautiful woman, he must navigate the dangerous underworld and find a way back to his own life.
Critical Reception
This Hong Kong fantasy-comedy is remembered for its unique premise and the charismatic performances of its lead actors, particularly Chow Yun-fat in a dual role. While not a critical darling, it offered a blend of humor, action, and supernatural elements that entertained audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inventive body-swapping concept.
Chow Yun-fat's dual performance is a highlight.
Enjoyable mix of comedy, action, and fantasy elements.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable in detail, but the film is noted for its entertaining and lighthearted fantasy-romance narrative.
Fun Fact
The film's plot is a playful twist on the 'Freaky Friday' body-swap trope, adapted for a Hong Kong cinematic context with its own blend of fantasy and gangster elements.
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