Goodbye Mr. Loser
Goodbye Mr. Loser

Goodbye Mr. Loser

2015Movie104 minMandarin

A middle-aged loser travels back in time to his high school years to put his life on the right track.

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IMDb6.4/10
Google Users90%
Director: Deric LiuGenres: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A man unhappy with his life decides to relive his high school years through a drunken wish. He awakens in the past, armed with knowledge of the future, and pursues his crush and dreams of fame. However, his altered choices lead to unexpected and often humorous consequences, forcing him to confront the true meaning of happiness and success.

Critical Reception

Goodbye Mr. Loser was a significant commercial success in China, praised for its heartwarming story, humor, and relatable themes of regret and second chances. While some critics noted its formulaic elements, audiences generally responded positively to its emotional resonance and comedic timing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its blend of humor and emotional depth.
  • Appreciated for its relatable exploration of life choices and regret.
  • Felt by some to be a bit predictable but ultimately satisfying.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's funny and touching narrative, with many finding the protagonist's journey and eventual realization about life to be inspiring. The fantasy element of time travel was also a popular talking point.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of a popular Chinese stage play of the same name, which had been performed over 4,000 times before the movie was made.

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