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Agreed Not to Cry
A story about rebirth and redemption follows the life of a grassroots family. After 14 years in prison, Jian Leng tries to rebuild his life and in the process, finds love in an art gallery owner who bears scars from her previous marriage. Fourteen years ago, Leng Jian's wife became a victim of rape. Enraged, Leng Jian hurts the man who violated his wife which results in the man being paralized for life. Leng Jian is sentenced to 18 years in prison for intentional assault. He is released 4 years early yet finds that neither his younger sister Leng Shan nor his son Leng Tianyou whom he's never met have come to welcome him. Leng Shan's good friend Yuan Shan owns an art gallery. Married to her fuerdai husband Cai Yonghao, their relationship is respectful yet never passionate and the marriage ultimately crumbles because of a third party. In helping Yuan Shan find love again, Leng Jian starts to fall for her and two broken souls begin a healing process through each other's company.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, whose seemingly idyllic life is shattered by her mother's sudden departure, grapples with her own identity and future. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating complex relationships and confronting her own emotional struggles. The film explores themes of family, loss, and the challenges of growing up.
Critical Reception
Agreed Not to Cry received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its performances and sensitive portrayal of a young woman's emotional turmoil. Some reviewers found the pacing uneven, while others lauded its authentic depiction of adolescent angst and familial dysfunction.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong performances, particularly from its lead.
Noted for its honest exploration of a young woman's emotional journey.
Some critics found the narrative lacking in overall impact.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available or aggregated for this film.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Los Angeles, California.
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