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The Wildgoose Chase
Chung, Yam and Koo work for the same advertising agency. Chung is a philanderer. Yam lives with his girlfriend who is a TV reporter, requiring irregular working hours. Koo's wife puts a tight leash on his social activities and this makes him feel bored. The trio are going on a business trip to Korea on the expenses of the company. Tasteless comedy ensues.
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Plot Summary
A recently retired, wealthy businessman decides to embark on a spontaneous cross-country road trip with his estranged daughter. Along the way, they encounter a quirky group of strangers and navigate the challenges of their strained relationship. The journey forces them to confront their past and re-evaluate their future together.
Critical Reception
The Wildgoose Chase received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the performances, particularly Jack Lemmon's, many found the film's script predictable and its themes underdeveloped. It failed to make a significant impact upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
Some praise for Jack Lemmon's veteran performance.
Criticized for a formulaic and uninspired plot.
The father-daughter relationship dynamics were found to be underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reception for The Wildgoose Chase is not widely documented on Google. Limited available feedback suggests a generally lukewarm response, with some viewers finding it a passable, if unremarkable, family drama.
Fun Fact
The film was Marloey Shelton's feature film debut, at the age of 16.
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