Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive
Watch TrailerA man is hired by a group of people he believes to be gangsters to escort a briefcase from America to Hong Kong. When he arrives, however, his contact is nowhere to be found. With no further instructions, he decides to take in the sights of Hong Kong, which consist of him taking part in a great deal of blood, sex and general weirdness, all while wearing a briefcase handcuffed to his arm.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1989 |
| Country | Hong Kong, United States of America |
| Genre | Crime, Comedy |
| Director | Wayne Wang |
| Runtime | 83 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.5/10 (15 votes) |
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Life Is Cheap... But Toilet Paper Is Expensive is an acquired taste at 4.5/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1989. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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