The 101st Proposal
The 101st Proposal

The 101st Proposal

1991TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

After 99 failed dates, an earnest bachelor meets a guarded classical musician. He's all in — she's not so sure. Can his persistence lead to love?

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Cling FungGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A handsome but somewhat dim-witted bachelor has been engaged 100 times and broken up with each time just before the wedding. He goes on a mission to find his 101st bride, hoping this time it will be the real deal. His quest leads him through a series of comedic and romantic encounters.

Critical Reception

The film was a commercial success, largely due to the popularity of its lead actor, Stephen Chow, who was at the height of his comedic stardom. While not critically acclaimed for its artistic merit, it was widely enjoyed by audiences for its humor and lighthearted romance, becoming a staple of Hong Kong romantic comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its laugh-out-loud humor, characteristic of Stephen Chow's comedic style.
  • Appreciated for its lighthearted and charming romantic storyline.
  • Considered a quintessential 90s Hong Kong romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's effectiveness as a comedy, with many praising Stephen Chow's signature comedic performance. The romantic elements are generally seen as sweet and engaging, contributing to the film's overall enjoyable experience.

Fun Fact

Stephen Chow's character's repeated failed engagements are a running gag that became a signature element of his comedic persona in the early 1990s.

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