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Danger of the Wedding
Yu Ping comes to Hong Kong in search of the murder who killed her father. She sings in a nightclub and meanwhile hires detective to track down the killer. On the stage, Yu Ping deeply fascinates Black Dragon, but she has a liking for the man next to him, with the name of Ox. They start to fall in love with each other. In an incident, Black Dragon is killed. Black Dragon’s sister and Ox denounce to avenge him.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy, twice-divorced woman returns to her hometown for her daughter's wedding. While there, she rekindles a romance with her former high school sweetheart, who is now a successful architect. However, their reunion is complicated by her daughter's impending marriage and her own complicated family dynamics.
Critical Reception
Danger of the Wedding was a made-for-television movie that received a mixed reception. Critics noted its familiar plotlines and reliance on melodrama, while some praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Joanna Cassidy and George Hamilton, for adding a level of sophistication to the material. The film was generally seen as a standard romantic drama with a few engaging moments.
What Reviewers Say
Competent performances elevate a predictable romantic drama.
Relies heavily on conventional storytelling and dramatic tropes.
Offers a nostalgic look at small-town romance with a touch of melodrama.
Google audience: Audience reception for this made-for-television film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was originally developed as a pilot for a potential television series that did not move forward.
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