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Plan "B"
Full-time mother Hong Nga-yau and her husband Yau Tsoi-shan have a two-year-old daughter called Yau Yat-tung. The family are under constant pressure as they and Nga-yau’s parents Hong Lok and Fong Chor-kiu are living under the same roof. Tsoi-shan covertly plots to break free from Chor-kiu’s control. But his parents Yau Tai-long and Kam Mei-foon keep making trouble, causing Tsoi-shan to be always in the wrong. There is constant conflict between Nga-yau and Tsoi-shan as the couple cannot agree on how to split parenting duties. Nga-yau insists on going to work. Meanwhile, stress and strife between “the four elders” is not melting away. Tsoi-shan’s younger brother Yau Tsoi-fung and his wife Cheung Pik-chi, and Ngai-yau’s elder cousin sister Ip Fan and her husband Kwan Chi-chung are faced with contradictions and hurdles with regards to raising children. In the process, children are invariably proved to be the key for parents to seize opportunities for life-long learning and maturation.
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Plot Summary
In this romantic comedy, a woman grappling with a recent breakup decides to try and get pregnant via sperm donor before her biological clock runs out. However, her ex-boyfriend unexpectedly re-enters her life, leading to a complicated situation as she navigates her desires for love and family.
Critical Reception
Plan B received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. It was generally praised for its relatable premise and comedic moments, though some found the plot predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its humorous take on modern dating and fertility concerns.
Lauded for its charming performances, especially from the lead.
Some critics found the storyline to be somewhat formulaic for the genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's humor and the engaging dynamic between the main characters. Many appreciated the exploration of contemporary issues surrounding relationships and starting a family.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Natalie Krinsky, also wrote for the popular television series 'Gossip Girl'.
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