Mau Dong... Ah
Mau Dong... Ah

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Mau Dong... Ah

2009
Movie
75 min
Indonesian

Raden Mas Panji Komeng has a unique habit of eating crackers. Everyone in his organisation, including his beautiful personal secretary, strongly supports Raden Mas Panji Komeng, including the sexy, Jupe, even though she already has a boyfriend. One day, Komeng meets Jojon who is tackling a gang of criminals about to rob Komeng’s house. Jojon works as a security guard. His colleagues don’t care for him except for Lia, who admires him.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users65%
Director: Tran Anh HungGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In this visually stunning drama, a young woman navigates the complexities of love, desire, and her own identity. Set against the backdrop of modern Vietnam, the film explores her intimate relationships and the emotional turmoil that arises from them. She grapples with societal expectations and personal longing as she searches for genuine connection and self-discovery.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews, with many critics praising its visual artistry and sensual atmosphere, while others found its narrative slow and emotionally distant. It was particularly noted for its bold exploration of female sexuality and desire.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful cinematography and atmospheric direction.

  • Critiqued for a lack of clear narrative progression and emotional resonance.

  • Noted for its daring and mature handling of themes related to desire and intimacy.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's aesthetic qualities and its artistic approach to sensitive themes. However, some viewers found the pacing to be too slow and the story difficult to connect with emotionally.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Tran Anh Hung often collaborates with his wife, Tran Nu Yen Khe, who also stars in this film and is a prominent figure in Vietnamese cinema.

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