No Good Either Way
No Good Either Way

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No Good Either Way

2012
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Cantonese

No Good Either Way is a Hong Kong television comedy-drama serial produced by TVB under executive producer Amy Wong. The first episode premiered on 11 June 2012. The drama depicts the lives of office employees in Hong Kong working for their overbearing and abusive bosses.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: D. Todd SmithGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Two estranged brothers, one a successful lawyer and the other a struggling musician, are forced to confront their past and reconcile their differences when they inherit a dilapidated property from their estranged father. As they navigate the legal and emotional complexities of the inheritance, they uncover long-buried family secrets that challenge their perceptions of each other and their father.

Critical Reception

No Good Either Way received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its uneven tone and underdeveloped plot. While some appreciated the sibling dynamic, many found the film to be a derivative and uninspired dramedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements, often leaning too heavily on clichés.

  • While the performances are earnest, they can't entirely save a predictable and somewhat formulaic story.

  • The exploration of brotherhood and unresolved family issues feels superficial.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general lack of engagement, with many finding the film to be forgettable and lacking a strong emotional core.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a limited budget, with much of the production taking place in and around the filmmakers' hometown.

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