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Christmas Rose

Original title: Sing dan mooi gwai
  • 20132013
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
450
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Christmas Rose (2013)
CrimeDramaMystery
Defense attorney Tim gets a case: Disabled piano teacher Jane has accused celebrity doctor Zhou of sexual assault, and who wouldn't believe the sweet and angelic Jane over the professional a... Read allDefense attorney Tim gets a case: Disabled piano teacher Jane has accused celebrity doctor Zhou of sexual assault, and who wouldn't believe the sweet and angelic Jane over the professional and seemingly cold Dr. Zhou?Defense attorney Tim gets a case: Disabled piano teacher Jane has accused celebrity doctor Zhou of sexual assault, and who wouldn't believe the sweet and angelic Jane over the professional and seemingly cold Dr. Zhou?
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
450
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    • Charlie Yeung
  • Writers
    • Wai-On Leung
    • Koon-Nam Lui
    • Charlie Yeung(original story)
  • Stars
    • Aaron Kwok
    • Chang Chen
    • Gwei Lun-Mei
    • Charlie Yeung
  • Writers
    • Wai-On Leung
    • Koon-Nam Lui
    • Charlie Yeung(original story)
  • Stars
    • Aaron Kwok
    • Chang Chen
    • Gwei Lun-Mei
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    • 4User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
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    Aaron Kwok
    Aaron Kwok
    • Lawer Tim
    Chang Chen
    Chang Chen
    • Dr. Zhou
    Gwei Lun-Mei
    Gwei Lun-Mei
    • Jing
    • (as Lun-Mei Kwei)
    Yu Xia
    Yu Xia
    • Lawyer Freddy
    Kai-Chi Liu
    Kai-Chi Liu
    • Nam
    Patricia Ha
    Patricia Ha
    • Jing's Mom
    Sarissa SheungKiu Boggs
    • Ting Ting
    Kwok-Leung Kam
    Kwok-Leung Kam
    • Barrister
    Theresa Lee
    Theresa Lee
    Hailu Qin
    Hailu Qin
    • Mrs. Zhou
    Regina Wan
    Regina Wan
    • Megan Li
      • Charlie Yeung
    • Writers
      • Wai-On Leung
      • Koon-Nam Lui
      • Charlie Yeung(original story)
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    7/10
    A commendable courtroom drama by first time director Charlie Young, complemented by some of the talented names in showbiz
    It sure pays to know people in high places. That's the first thing that came to our mind when we saw how this Charlie Young directed movie was marketed. Besides the big names that are Aaron Kwok (Conspirators, Cold War), Gwei Lun Mei (Girlfriend Boyfriend, Flying Swords of Dragon Gate), Chang Chen (The Grandmaster, Red Cliff) and Xia Yu (Double Trouble, The Painted Veil), Tsui Hark and Jacob Cheung's names are slapped on in the most indiscreet way as producers. One should have noticed by now how the cast members come from Hong Kong, Taiwanand Mainland China– to increase the ease of marketing the movie in all three territories. This being Young's directorial debut, it won't hurt to have such big names backing her up.

    This courtroom drama has Gwei playing a handicapped girl who accuses Chang's renowned surgeon of sexual harassment. Enter Kwok's prosecutor and Xia's defence attorney for an emotionally charged showdown of what it takes to unveil the truth, and whether it really matters in this day and age where media messes fact, reality and justice up in the most unimaginable ways.

    If Tsui and Cheung's involvement in this movie was to guide Young along the treacherous paths of filmmaking, they have done a fairly good job. The 90 minute production is well worth your time, considering how it left us pondering about how the world has morphed into a state where appearances matter more than true emotions, which were once held more dearly when things were simpler. Young's script had gotten substantial funding from the Asia Film Financing Forum, and while the plot could have helped with a little more melodrama, the fairly tight pacing of the storyline manages to keep viewers engaged.

    The cast delivers noteworthy performances. While Kwok doesn't turn in any surprises with his portrayal of a emotionally tormented and torn man, he still manages to leave his fans impressed with how he has transformed into a credible actor in recent years. Gwei whispers a lot in this movie, and it proves how we are often conveniently bought by appearances. The award winning actress shows us again how volatile she is, with this character that may just be a wolf in sheep's clothing.

    Chang's cool and almost menacing portrayal of a doctor under the media's spotlight is one of his best performances yet, and one cannot help but feel for the immense pressure his character is experiencing. Again, a Mainland Chinese actor effortlessly steals the show from his co stars. Xia's screen presence is undeniably strong, and his scenes with Kwok are memorably powerful.

    There is little wham bam action in this drama, and most scenes take place in the courtroom where characters pit their wits against each other. One may diss this as yet another courtroom story with little new surprises to offer, but we'd like to think it serves as a stark reminder how truth isn't of utmost importance these days, as much as we often swear by it, making it a mantra we tell others we live by.

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      • May 23, 2013 (Hong Kong)
      • Hong Kong
      • Mandarin
      • Cantonese
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      • Bona International Film Group
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    • 1 hour 30 minutes
      • Color
      • Dolby Digital

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