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A Herbalist Affair
A renowned Chinese medicine practitioner Cheung Si-Sung passed on his Chinese medicine shop to his son Wai-On after his wife died. Wai-On did not take good care of the shop and it lost its customers. Si-Sung’s grandson Yee-Fai works for a large Chinese medicine company. His enthusiasm attracts his colleague Sin-Yu, who does not want to work under her rich father. Yee-Fai goes to Shanghai on business, and while there, he looks for an old friend of Si-Sung’s. Sin-Yu goes along with him as his secretary, and volunteers to help him fulfil his grandfather’s wish. Later, Yee-Fai meets Chinese medicine practitioner Geung Sum-Yu and Gook Yut-Siu. As Yee-Fai gets to know Yut-Siu better, they eventually work together in the medicine business.
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Plot Summary
A young herbalist, determined to save his family's struggling business, finds himself in a comedic predicament when he accidentally swallows a love potion. He then finds himself inexplicably attracted to a woman he previously disliked. As he navigates his newfound feelings, he must also contend with the potion's side effects and the potential consequences for his business and personal life.
Critical Reception
The film was a modest commercial success, particularly within its target audience, and received generally mixed to positive reviews. It was noted for its lighthearted humor and charming performances, though some critics found the plot to be predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its comedic timing and the chemistry between the lead actors.
Appreciated for its light and entertaining romantic plot.
Some found the narrative a bit too formulaic for a romantic comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through aggregated Google reviews for this particular film.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Yee Chung-man, is also a renowned costume designer and visual artist in Hong Kong cinema, contributing significantly to the film's aesthetic.
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