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Give and Take
Simon Loui's character gets thrown out by his vicious girlfriend and ends up taking on a VERY different social status than before. That of the beggar but together with a group of seemingly crazies (Victor Wong, Joe Junior and Elvis Tsui), he gets a new outlook and direction in life...
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Plot Summary
A divorced mother struggling to raise her son finds herself drawn to a man who is married to her former best friend. As their relationship deepens, she must confront the potential fallout and the complexities of love, loyalty, and family.
Critical Reception
Give and Take was a made-for-television movie that garnered a mixed to positive reception. It was praised for its emotional depth and performances, particularly from its lead actors, but some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable within the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive portrayal of complex relationships.
The acting was a highlight, with Richard Thomas and Lori Loughlin delivering compelling performances.
Some viewers found the storyline to be a bit formulaic for a made-for-TV drama.
Google audience: Audience reception for Give and Take is difficult to quantify as specific audience ratings are not widely available. However, similar made-for-television dramas of this era often resonated with viewers looking for emotional, character-driven stories.
Fun Fact
Lori Loughlin and Alexandra Paul previously starred together in the television series 'The Big Valley' in the early 1990s.
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