Home Troopers
Home Troopers is a 2010–11 Hong Kong television serial drama starring Liza Wang, Ha Yu, Kevin Cheng and Bernice Liu. Produced by Lam Chi-wah, the series is a TVB production. The drama follow the lives of the middle class Chukot family, who helps organize a housekeeping business in Hong Kong. The family works through domestic struggles and family changes after eldest son Joseph is left with unpaid company debts handed down by his business partner Fred, who mysteriously disappears with the money not long after they started the Master Home Services Company. Joseph is also left in care for Fred's struggling girlfriend Kam and her 4-year-old son, Sing. Joseph's family, led by his mother Ka-ka, decides to help the business by attending the housekeeping work themselves. The drama's original run premiered on 27 December 2010 on Hong Kong's TVB Jade and TVB HD Jade channels.
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Plot Summary
In a futuristic, war-torn society, a decorated soldier named Kai is tasked with a critical mission to protect a young girl named Xiaoying, who holds the key to humanity's survival. As they evade relentless pursuers, Kai grapples with his own demons and the harsh realities of a world on the brink of collapse. Their journey forces them to confront their pasts and forge an unlikely bond amidst the chaos.
Critical Reception
Home Troopers received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its ambitious scope, visual effects, and strong performances, particularly from Andy Lau. However, some found the plot convoluted and pacing inconsistent, with a few noting that the film struggled to balance its dramatic elements with its action sequences.
What Reviewers Say
- Visually impressive with solid action sequences.
- Andy Lau delivers a compelling lead performance.
- The narrative struggles with pacing and clarity at times.
Google audience: Audience reception for Home Troopers was varied, with many appreciating the film's visual design and action, while others expressed disappointment with its story and character development.
Fun Fact
The film's production involved extensive use of CGI to create its futuristic environments and advanced technology, making it one of the more visually ambitious Chinese science fiction films of its time.
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