| Sing and Ling are originally lovers, coincidentally, both of them became the main characters other well-know film "Days of Tomorrow". A tragic love affair then began along with the production of the film, and "Days of Tomorrow" seemed to witness the reunion of separation of Sing and Ling.
The story is somewhat hard to follow, especially in the beginning, due to frequent changes of viewpoint, and random jumping between past and present. But past the 50 minute mark, things start to make sense, the pace picks up, and there are a number of memorable and highly emotional moments. Andy Lau, like the other actors, seems to warm to his roles as the film proceeds, which contributes much to the power of the second half. The only consistent aspect of this uneven film is Carrie Ng's excellent acting, and she plays the corrosive but vulnerable Nancy to aching perfection. To anyone who finds romantic tragedy the least bit touching, keep a full box of tissues handy for the penultimate scene - it's absolutely smashing. |
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