Troublesome Night 16
The 16th film in the Troublesome Night series brings back regulars Simon Lui, Helena Law Lan, Tong Ka-Fai and Ronnie Cheung Ho-Lung in a story that takes place in the Sung Dynasty. There, they encounter the characters of the famous Chinese Story "The Water Margin," a story that takes place about a thousand years ago in ancient China involving a cruel government, con artists, a beautiful but crafty village girl and a sword-wielding martial artist trying to overcome all the adversaries.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends decides to spend a night in a haunted house, hoping to encounter supernatural spirits. However, their attempts to provoke ghosts lead to a series of increasingly bizarre and comical situations. As they try to survive the night, they find themselves entangled in ghostly encounters and unexpected romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
Troublesome Night 16, like many entries in the franchise, was primarily aimed at a local audience familiar with Hong Kong horror-comedy tropes. Critical reception was generally lukewarm, with many critics pointing to the series' formulaic nature and reliance on slapstick humor mixed with mild scares. However, it found an audience for its lighthearted take on ghost stories.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies heavily on the established comedic-horror formula of the 'Troublesome Night' series.
- Offers lighthearted scares and slapstick humor suitable for fans of the franchise.
- Plot is often secondary to the episodic ghostly encounters and comedic set pieces.
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Fun Fact
The 'Troublesome Night' series is known for its prolific output, with this being the 16th installment released in the early 2000s, showcasing its popularity in its home market.
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