Troublesome Night 15
Troublesome Night 15

Troublesome Night 15

2002Movie95 minCantonese

Ngau, a cook in the Hong Kong countryside, is trying to save his son from a vengeful evil spirit who was wronged years ago by Ngau's past life. In the process, Ngau seeks the help of Mrs. Bud Lung, who can communicate with the other side.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Herman YauGenres: Horror, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

This installment of the Troublesome Night franchise follows the misadventures of a young woman named Choi who moves into a new apartment. She soon discovers that the apartment is haunted by a vengeful spirit. Choi enlists the help of a ghost hunter and a detective to solve the mystery of the spirit's death and appease it, leading to a series of comedic and terrifying encounters.

Critical Reception

Troublesome Night 15, like many entries in the long-running series, received mixed to negative reviews. Critics often cited the formulaic plot and inconsistent tone, blending horror with slapstick comedy. However, audiences familiar with the franchise generally found it to be an entertaining, albeit unspectacular, addition, particularly enjoying the supernatural elements and the chemistry among the cast.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its horror and comedy elements, often feeling tonally inconsistent.
  • While predictable, the supernatural premise and comedic set pieces offer some entertainment value for fans of the series.
  • The performances are generally adequate, but the weak script prevents them from shining.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Troublesome Night 15' is not readily available in public databases. However, general audience reception for the franchise typically points to a preference for its unique blend of horror and humor, even when the execution is considered flawed.

Fun Fact

Donnie Yen, known for his martial arts prowess, plays a detective in this film and contributes to some of the action sequences, even though the movie is primarily a supernatural comedy-horror.

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