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The Luckiest Man

2008 Comedy
10.0 / 10 · TMDB

Mr. Ho, "King of Gambling", got rich by gambling and is the leader of the Hong Kong Mahjong industry in the 1950's. He has three wives, two sons and one daughter. On the surface, the wives appear to be living in harmony but they actually compete against each other for the family's wealth. Since all three know Kung Fu, they sometimes have a martial arts showdown during dinner! Their fighting intensifies when Mr. Ho brings his love child, Ah Fai back home. Mr. Ho loves him very much, but his wives and other sons want him gone. Mr. Ho knows he is getting old, so he suggests that each of his sons to manages a Mahjong club for a period of time. Whichever one can get the best results will be the heir to his fortune.

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Original Title 大四喜
Year 2008
Genre Comedy
Director Lam Tze-Chung
Rating TMDB: 10.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs its comedic premise on the clash of family ambitions and martial arts, using mahjong as a metaphor for life's game. It relies on the Hong Kong tradition of eccentric comedy, where absurdity becomes the norm.

Those who tire of subtle humor will find a cascade of gags, unexpected twists, and vibrant characters whose conflicts are resolved with fists and cunning strategies. What lingers after is a sense of lighthearted, almost carnivalesque fun. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Lam Tze-Chung

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Best enjoyed with a lively group, light snacks, and a willingness to embrace absurd humor.

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