Lonely Eighteen (2023) Movie Script
1
Don't you think that
a divorce would solve this
I'm the one he loves
Cut!
Help me wipe my sweat
Sorry, big sis Elaine
I might've hit you a little too hard
You won't be mad at me, right?
It's okay, we were just acting
But I think you messed up your line
Really? It's alright, we can fix it in ADR
Right, we can ADR this whole scene
Let's change camera positions
So Elaine is...?
That's a wrap for Elaine
Abbie, I wanna add another shot for you
Right up front Alright
That's a wrap for Elaine
Let's change our position
I can't help that there's
a scheduling conflict
Yes, I understand
That Abbie couldn't
even get her lines right
She might as well just count
from one to seven
There are many actresses who are better
Why did they choose her?
Big sis Jackie
This show is promising
Broadcasted in Mainland Cable
And it pays well
Bonnie, can you get me a lemon water?
Sure
Have you had your acting fix?
How's it going with King's film?
I rejected it
Why did you reject it?
It's a tiny role where you play a mother
How would it be good for you?
What else do you have in the pipeline?
There's a commercial in the Mainland
Everything else can wait
until after your wedding
You always bring up my wedding
So there won't be anymore acting roles
for me after I get married?
You know it's a tough business nowadays
Not many films are being made every year
It's ready
I got someone to bring
it back from Thailand
You don't need to take care of me
Just take care of Arthur
Have a baby soon,
so I can have a grandchild
We're not planning that right now
I like the way things are right now
How can a woman not have kids?
Look at your sister,
she was married with kids
But now she's going through a divorce
If you don't have a child
It's easy for the man to take off
Here you go again...
Little sis, I put all your stuff
in the store room
Hey, Cheung Yee Ling
Let's go out and play
But I have to help out at home
Just for a little while
Hey!
I'll return it if you can catch me
Give it back... give it back!
Do you know what Hong Kong is like?
Just like it is on TV
Very beautiful, with a lot of skyscrapers
My mom said that uncle
doesn't wanna go back to Taiwan
He wants to take us to Hong Kong
My dad said the outside world is dangerous
We're lucky to be able to stay here
Moron, we're lucky
if we can go to Hong Kong
Uncle said we can't go back to Taiwan
He says that your dad is lying to himself
Really?
Promise me that you'll come back
and find me
Okay
Hey, why did you finish all my pineapple?
I gave you such a big piece,
you're saying I ate it all?
I'm sure I didn't
I just ate a little,
and you ate such a big piece
I didn't, I'm sure of it
You're lying
Uncle Cheung
Kneel down
It's Ying...
Do you know what you did wrong?
You're not punctual, and untrustworthy
You said you'd come home to help out
And you snuck out to eat?
Absolutely ridiculous!
Still crying?
If you shed even half a tear
No dinner for you tonight
Your sister gave you the
opportunity to go to school
What did you learn?
A child who steals a needle
will grow up to steal gold
Don't get angry
Kin Kwok promised to see her this week
Don't you ever hang out with Ying again
Go to the market and
get her some new clothes
And also a new hairpin
Hurry up, mom
Miss, your cake is here Thank you
Mommy, why didn't big sis come with us?
Fung, sorry I'm late
No worries
This is Uncle Kin Kwok
This is Little Sis
Uncle Kin Kwok Nice girl
You're Little Sis? Very cute
What would you like to eat?
Hello, what would you like to order?
We'll have a strawberry cake
Why aren't you eating?
Are you really willing to let go?
I don't have a choice
Little Sis will suffer if she stays with us
And your money can help out her big sister
I served in the army with him
Only those who understand reality...
Qualify to survive
Don't worry, my wife will take care of her
Sorry, can we have $1000 up front?
You can pay the rest
When we take Little Sis to you next month
Sure
Mommy, are you abandoning me?
This is for your own good
No, I don't want cake anymore
I'll listen to everything you say
Don't abandon me
You'll have a good life with Uncle Kin Kwok
No, don't leave me
I'll be good... really good...
Fung, let's forget it
Consider this as a gift
Kin Kwok...
Goodbye...
Hello, this is Jackie
Wai Ho's manager
Is the female lead confirmed?
Sure, can I take a look
at the script first?
Alright, sure, bye
Let's go find Ying again
You know her very well
If she wants to see you,
she would've reached out
But the tabloids say she's mentally ill
And that she's divorced
I'm worried about her
She went to the bathroom
She's back already
I went to the bathroom
Is it a stomach flu or
your period this time?
Do you need to bring
your backpack to the toilet?
It's the time of the month
I didn't want to walk around
with my sanitary pads
Sir, you don't believe me? Take a look
Go back to your seat,
and stop listening to music
Understood
Alright let's open our textbooks
Today, I'm gonna be telling you all about
The female poet Li Qingzhao
from the Song dynasty
All alone on a boat...
Good morning, come in
Everyone,
we have a new student with us today
Her name is Lee Sin Ying,
she used to live here
Make her feel at home, okay?
You can sit next to Cheung Yee Ling
Lee Sin Ying?
It's me, Cheung Yee Ling
You're impressive
How did you get your lips so white?
Do you need such a big pack?
Hey, she's our broker
Broker? Are you into drugs?
One and the same
You can only get this in Hong Kong
Where's' my copy of 'Good Times'
Wow, it's Seiko Matsuda
You can only get it
when the next issue is out
Siu Kit is in the current issue,
do you have any with you?
If you want them fresh off the press
$10, can you afford it?
If you have it right now
I'd pay $15 for it
$15 then
She's my client
Sure thing, Little Sis
Why did you come back?
It didn't go well with my mom and uncle
She met another man
And that man hates me
So they sent me back here
Your Walkman's really cool
A lot of people use it in Hong Kong
I know, I work with taxi drivers
They bring in the goods for me
to sell here
They brought this in for me
Have a puff?
No thank you, it stinks
What about this?
You can only get this in Hong Kong
I don't eat cakes
When I save enough money
I'll move to Hong Kong
With the stuff that you're selling
You're making nothing
When can you move to Hong Kong?
Do you know how expensive rent is?
What about meals and transportation?
I'll figure it out somehow
Didn't you say that it was lucky to stay?
I didn't know better
I understand it now
We don't have a choice
because we're poor
Seiko Matsuda
That's one
Siu Kit, three cards
How are you doing?
Not bad, a friend told me about
A decent job in Hong Kong
Check it out
No, I'm going with you
Going with you?
No way! I'm not leaving
I promised my brothers
I'd stand by their side
Who cares about that?
We need money to live
The pay is decent being a security guard
What are you talking about?
Dad, this place is getting torn down soon
We won't have a place to live
My salary won't be able to keep us afloat
Besides going back, I'm not leaving
You're not studying again?
I didn't have a choice
I wanted to go to school so badly
Your room is full of trash
Why don't you grow up?
Your grades are horrible as well
Do I have a choice?
This one
Alright, $2 please
Can you give me a discount?
This is new
Alright, when you have new photos,
let me know
Sure, bye-bye!
Have you thought about bringing
it back from Hong Kong?
You'd make more money
No way, it won't even
cover transportation costs
Just sell them for a higher price
There's a new issue every couple of days
People would buy it for $15
I know Hong Kong well
If you come with me
I can take care of you
What is it? Are you scared?
I'm not scared
Then let's go now
Go where?
To Hong Kong to bring back the goods
You're making dimes and nickels here
When will you make a fortune?
Hey!
Wait for me
It's Seiko Matsuda
Over there, let's go
I can charge more for a signed photo
If I can get the celebrity's autograph
Wouldn't I make more money?
Even if you can find them
How many can you get them to sign?
You're right
Do you really wanna make money?
Why are you act like a potato? Let's go
Wait for me here
Why are you just standing there?
New friend?
This is my boyfriend, Sing
Hello
Are you nervous?
Just dance along and you'll loosen up
Come over here
Make way please
Come on, come on
This is yours
Cheers
Cheers
Look over there
There are perks if you're a girl
You can drink for free
Play drinking games
And people will pay you
Like what we see on TV...
Nobody told you to believe
what you see
Those are all lies
You don't have to let them touch you
Just sit there, drink, have fun,
and you'll get paid
Easier than selling magazines and pads
Just watch me
Guess how much money she makes
By drinking with them for an hour?
US$100
$100?
I really envy you girls
Making money is so easy for you
So as a girl, you have to be smart
Then you can make more money
Hey boys
I have a new friend joining us today
This is by bestie Little Sis
This is her first time here
Wow! We have a first timer
You guys are in for a treat
Bottoms up!
I didn't drink with you all night
Once you're here, don't just sit around
The more you drink, the more you earn
Alcohol is disgusting
Why do they like drinking so much?
You don't know the good stuff
How about this?
You go and play 'One-two' with them later
Whatever happens, just say you've won
As long as they're happy,
you'll earn money
I don't know how to play
It's not hard, just watch me
You can say 1-10, but not 5
You win if you get it right twice in a row
Let's play
Come on, come on
Uncle, you suck at this
You're pretty impressive
Let me know whenever you're here
I'll come and support you
Sure
Let me give you my card
Movies?
Yes, movies
Then do you know Siu Kit?
Can I give you a bunch of photos
So he can sign them for me?
Do you like him?
Not really, but his photos sell
for a good price
It's none of your business
if someone else's photo sells
What makes you rich is
when your own photo sells
You're a smart girl
Call me if you have the guts,
I can help you
I'm heading out, bye-bye
Bye
We've been together for four years
Four years?
Sing is really good to me
Sing is really good to Ying,
I know that now
We've been saving up to get married
Married? Married!
You're not there yet, you're still a virgin
I wanna be your maid of honor
Talk to me after you've lost your virginity
Hey, you're teasing me
You're a virgin
It's embarrassing
You pineapple eating rascal...
Hello, Uncle Cheung
You're in big trouble
How old are you? Are you drinking?
Since you like drinking more than studying
Just go ahead and be a hostess
Does it make you happier
Calling your daughter a whore?
A brigadier's daughter
Not studying hard
And hanging around these delinquents
What does that do to my credibility?
What credibility?
The war is over, wake up!
Why are you hitting your own daughter?
Sit down
That so-called dignity of yours
You only know how to use it on me
I'm out there making money today
Do you know how hard it is
for mom and big sis?
If you refuse to face the truth,
then I will
Little Sis!
Little Sis!
Little Sis!
(Ben Hon)
I hate pink clothes
Will this work?
Of course, sleazy men love it
Come on
Let's just leave
It might be a scam
What are you afraid of? What scam?
You're homeless
Do you wanna go back
and work at the bar?
I'm here with you, don't worry
Taking an exam? You're taking so long
You're right, I'm counting on myself
Of course, see how aggressive everyone is?
Please fill out the form first
Alright, thank you
This is Lee Sin Ying
This is Cheung Yee Ling
Hello
Are you guys gonna audition together?
Alright, let's start with you
You'll be great
You said you wanted to marry me
But you resent that I was a hostess
Then... what are we
gonna do about the baby?
Your turn, little girl
I know, you're not marrying...
I know, you're not marrying me
You resent that I worked as a hostess
But no matter what
I'm not giving up on the baby
Not bad, she's young and fresh
The roles are hookers, will you do it?
What? Hookers?
It's just an acting role
Of course,
I know how to act like a hooker
But there are some daring scenes
Can you do it?
It's okay if you're can't,
we have plenty of choices
As long as I'm the female lead
I have nothing to be afraid of
Good, I like your guts
But you two will need English names
I'm Cindy
How about you?
She's called Yi... Elaine
Elaine, you're not 18 yet
Do you have a guardian
who can sign on your behalf?
You're here already
Brother Ben
I thought you wouldn't show up
Hello Mrs. Cheung, I'm Ben
You should know that...
we require Elaine to be quite sexy
Don't worry though
It's a 'healthy' type of sexy
It's no problem
Every girl starts off like this
It's normal
Here's the contract
Have a look through
We're gonna shoot two movies
back to back for her
This is her salary
If you're okay with the terms... sign here
Mom, I'm grown up
I'm in charge of my own life, sign it
Mrs. Cheung, don't worry
She's signed under our wing
We'll take good care of her
Thank you, Brother Ben
Little Sis
Mrs. Lau
We heard you're shooting movies
with your friend
When can we see it? Congratulations
I'll let you know when it's released
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
See you later, Mrs. Lau
We're here... mom!
You're back
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
You're all wet, wipe yourself down
Auntie, happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Why did you bring so much stuff back?
Ying, Little Sis told us you're all alone
So I asked her to invite you over as well
Just make yourself at home
Don't worry, Auntie
I have absolutely no shame
That's right
Ying, take a seat
Uncle Cheung, Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Auntie, this is for you
Dad, Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Little Sis, are you staying over tonight?
I have to be back at the office tomorrow
It's more convenient
if I go back to the dorm tonight
Sis, these clothes are for you
Thank you
There are some for mom as well
Thank you
Dad, this is for you
Let's eat
Ying, you have to take care of each
other while you're in Hong Kong
If anything happens
You can always come back and find us, okay?
Don't worry, Auntie and Uncle Cheung
I'll take care of Little Sis
That's good to hear
Little Sis, your dad knows
you love stewed chicken
So he started preparing in the morning
Dad, you eat first
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Have one more piece
Ying, have some shrimp
Thank you, Auntie
It's overcooked
No no... it tastes great
Then have some more
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
If you know what to do,
I'll give you a favor
Do you wanna bet big, or bet small?
We'll go home if we bet small
Of course we'll bet big
Becky listens to me
Is that true?
Do you still need to think?
Let's go then
Get in the car
Don't pussy out
You're on your own if you puss out
Okay, cut
This scene's good, on to the next
This scene's good, on to the next scene
We have a very important scene tonight
That was good enough?
If the director says so, let's go
Brother Ben
You girls doing okay?
Brother Ben
Not too shabby
Brother Ben, we move
on to the next scene so fast
Is it really okay?
Silly girl, this is how the world works
Time is money
We only spend money on those
who are beneficial to us
You have an important scene tonight
Just relax
I got it, you're so long-winded
But I want Elaine there with me
You girls are inseparable
Do whatever you want
Give me a cigarette
Alright, come on
Don't worry, Elaine
Your acting was very natural,
you were great
Thank you, director,
we're counting on you
I wanna cover up my dark circles
Alright
What's up with you today?
Your skin is so dry
Where were you last night
I'm gonna stick it a little tighter
Let me know if you feel discomfort
What are you doing?
We're not sticking anything
Get out of here
Get out!
No sticking? Then I'd be topless
Is this your first day here?
This is an erotic film,
of course you need to strip
You think we're gonna shoot
this scene with clothes on?
You never told me I had to strip naked
You're crazy
Screw this, let's go
You're going? You've signed a contract
It's okay if you walk out, just pay up
Sure, I can pay
Without me, you're nothing
Ask your boyfriend to pay your debt
Okay
If you can't pay up
Then I'm cutting him into little pieces
And throw his body out into the streets
I'll give you ten minutes to
think about it, and eat this
We could just go back to Tiu Keng Leng
Let's not shoot this film
Where are we gonna get the money?
I was just bluffing
Is there any other way?
They're gonna kill Sing
Are you okay?
Let's do it
Stop drinking
I'm okay
After taking the first step,
it's downhill from there
If you wanna be a star,
you gotta be like me
Find yourself a lead role
We have to make a lot of money
Don't let them look down on you
Alright...
Drink with me, cheers
I don't wanna be like you
If my dad knew, he'd kill me
Can you not be so spineless?
If you choose to do it,
then you go all the way
We've recently signed these actresses
This is Elaine, and that's Cindy
Mr. Paul, and Mr. Fai
Hello
Cindy? Elaine?
I'm Paul
I heard you were celebrating tonight
But from the look on your face...
Ben, have you been bullying them?
Of course not,
she's the supporting actress today
Tonight, Cindy is the star
That's why she's not as happy
We're working on our next film
With Elaine as the lead actress
We'll bring her to the top, okay?
Alright!
Cheers
Cheers
Congratulations
If you don't wanna make erotic films
You can talk to Ben
Are you kidding? Do I have a choice?
I've let go of my pride
As long as I'm earning money
Sing says he wants to buy property
We can get married after that
He said he'd provide for me
Do you believe everything Sing says?
If I don't believe what Sing says
Who else should I believe?
I'm going out to party with Sing tonight
Are you joining us?
Never mind, I shouldn't have asked
I know you won't go
Then you take care of yourself
Were you happier back in Tiu Keng Leng
Or are you happier now?
I'm happy as long as I have Sing,
see you!
I'm not going to the party tomorrow
You can go by yourself
Change into this after
you're done with makeup
Thank you, Chi
Can I change my costume
for the nightclub scene tomorrow?
Why?
My character is forced into being a hostess
So I think she doesn't
wanna be too revealing
Alright, I'll speak to the director
Thank you, Chi
Siu Kit, good morning Good morning
I'll take you to your dressing room
Have you eaten breakfast yet?
I have
Anything to drink?
No, thank you
Good morning, Siu Kit Good morning
Hello, good morning Hello
Hello, Siu Kit Ben
Let me introduce you to Mr. Paul
Mr. Paul Just call me Paul
Let's take a seat upstairs
Make yourself at home
What is it?
Jealous that he's getting
so much attention?
Not really
I'm just waiting for Ying
It's a bit surreal for me
I made money
from selling his signed photos
This industry is like a dream factory
Everything is like being in a dream
Whether that's a good dream
or a nightmare
That's up to you
Keung, do we need to tweak anything?
Nope
Are we all ready?
I'm good to go if you are
Kwan, are we ready?
Alright, let's go for it
Director, we're all ready
Take her clothes off
What are we waiting for?
Take her clothes off
Let's go! Are the cameras ready?
Come on, let's roll
Marker
Scene 36A, shot 5, take 1
Action!
Cut!
All departments good?
It's a bit wonky in the middle
The middle is fine
We can reshoot the middle
Siu Kit, we're gonna do another shot
Have a seat
I'm okay, I have water
What is it? Are you afraid of me?
Do you believe the tabloids?
Why would I?
You're getting married?
We've been together for a while
So we're getting married
Getting married is accepting your fate
You know me very well
You know I've tried my best with acting
You haven't changed a bit
You never see anything through
What makes you think you can help me?
What is it? You're not feeling well?
You're burning up, do you need a doctor?
I'm okay, I'll just have a rest
I saw Ying today
Really? How is she?
Little Sis
Why have you disappeared?
You're not answering Ben's calls
Everyone is looking for you
Beware of the paparazzi
Where's Sing?
Did he lose your money by gambling?
No worries
I'll just make more films
You gotta take Fentanyl in order to make it
Have some with me
No... what's up with you?
You're ignoring me now that you're famous
I've always cared about you
You're the one ignoring my calls
Sing was right about you
You forget everyone else
once you have a partner
I beg you to stop taking these
Listen to me...
Lady...
Who do you think you are?
Are you lecturing me?
If it weren't for me...
You're just a speck of shit
What are you talking about?
If I hadn't brought you out to Hong Kong
You'd still be a village girl
in Tiu Keng Leng
What are you on about? Can you wake up?
Look at yourself right now
Come over here
Let go
Sit down
I've told you a thousand times
He will just gamble away
all the money you make
Your state right now...
Look at how you're treating yourself
You call this love?
Don't talk about my boyfriend that way
Why are you talking shit about Sing?
Sing is good to me
Sing is good to me
Unlike you
You said we were in this together
I'm done... I'm done with all this
I'm suffering, I can't do this
I also have a mother
Are you hanging out with Ying?
Look at her. Aren't you heartbroken?
I never thought it'd come to this
My mom knew that you liked it
So she told me to bring you some
How are you? Still hanging on?
I'm okay, don't worry
I've been together with him for so long
Some things are meant to be
Did I say some really harsh things?
Cindy, the director asks
if you've memorized the script
We're short on time today
So he'd like to do a few long takes
Long takes again?
How can I memorize all those lines?
Whatever
And I'm sorry to tell you that
Chung Hang is still shooting his scene
So you'll have to wait a little longer
Alright, alright
Look at where I am now
Landing shitty roles like these
You disappeared on them
You're lucky to still be working
What are you talking about?
My contract ends after this film
I don't know what to do next
What did I say to you that night?
Tell me
I've known you for ages,
I won't hold grudges
In the scene later
I think you can work on
your reaction for these lines
Once you get those reactions in,
nail the lines
The director will be pleased
How would you know what the main point was?
You told me what your role was
I could guess just by reading this
Memorize it while you have some time
You're a natural in this industry
Really?
Mom
Little Sis
Dad, I'm home
Ying isn't joining us this year?
Yeah, she's busy with filming
Big Sis is working overtime
Your dad is in a bad mood
My boyfriend bought you some ginseng
Maybe that will calm his nerves
It's such a big box
Dad
You guys chat, I'll make dinner
Take this back
What is it?
I don't accept gifts from strangers
What stranger? I'm your daughter
You never had a real job these few years
I don't know where your money comes from
It's my boyfriend's money
We're in a stable relationship
He's gonna fund my studies in the UK
Boyfriend?
Your Chinese is sub par
And now you're learning French?
French? I'm going to the UK
Right, that's good
It suits you, saves you the trouble
With your current state of mind
You won't be able to shoot
anything that is meaningful
I must remind you
Not to let your life revolve around one man
You'll end up losing your mind
I understand
At 6:00AM this morning
We received news about
a man who fell to his death
Identity is confirmed to be
erotic star Lee Sin Ying's fianc
The police believes this to be a suicide
A suicide note was found on the scene
Cindy, are you upset that
your boyfriend died?
We heard that he's in a lot of debt
Are you going to repay it then?
Have you told his family?
What does it say in the will, Cindy?
Excuse me
Cindy, say something
We have no comment, thank you
Let's go home
It's too noisy
I'm gonna get some chicken soup for Ying
She likes it
Thank you, mom
Dad, I'm gonna be shooting a TV show
It'll be broadcasted next year
I'm gonna keep on shooting
Do you have water?
I do, wait a sec
Ying
If you don't have an appetite
Have some chicken soup
If you don't mind that our place is small
You can stay here as long as you'd like
What if we lose our heart?
(As long as we live, our heart stays alive)
As long as we live, our heart stays alive
I used to ask my mom when I was younger
Where is my dad?
Turns out she doesn't even know who he is
Her life revolved around multiple men
And I was kicked around like a football
Until I met Sing
Now I know what a home feels like
I know he's unreliable
And I know he cant support me financially
But that's okay
I don't care how hard I have to work
I really don't mind
I've never cared about that
But now he took the easy way out
Just leaving without a word
Do you know how envious I am of you?
You have a family that loves you
And you have a boyfriend to support you
I envy that you can do what you love
I actually envy you as well
You're aggressive and brave
But I never see things through
I don't have the guts to do so
I'm tell Jackie tomorrow
I'm gonna go to Taiwan
Do you need me to go with you?
You have to prove yourself
Work hard and keep making movies
Prove me wrong
Sorry, director
The actors aren't ready yet
We have to wait a while longer
Tell them to hurry up
We have one more scene to shoot
Got it
Everyone, get ready!
Elaine, how nice of you to drop by
King, I've known you for man years
Let's skip the pleasantries
I really wanna be a part of your film
But Jackie said that you're...
King, I know it's difficult for you
But please put in a good word for me
Why haven't you been
in movies these few years?
I have, I just finished shooting
Keep your eyes peeled
Alright
How is it? Do you like it?
I have a night shoot tonight
Alright, I'll head to
my parents' place by myself
Think about what I said
I don't want you to work so hard
Elaine, are you ready?
Our lighting department is ready
Thank you, Elaine
Alright, everybody get ready
Actors in place,
lights and camera to first position
Scene 54, shot 3, take 1
Ready, action
Cut! Good take
Let's do a close up
They're here
Elaine, congratulations
on getting married to Lung
Thank you
Are you in bad terms
with your mother-in-law?
Elaine, you're working
with director King again
Are you doing any erotic scenes?
Lung.
What do you think about
Elaine working with King again?
Why didn't you tell me
you're working with King again?
Maybe you should stop acting
After you're done with this one
I don't want them to write about you
I just want to have a simple life with you
I don't think you understand me at all
Can you let her go before 2?
Talk to Hung and then let me know
I'm so dumb in this scene
Not you, it's just your character
I've been doing the same role for years
Beautiful, but grew up poor
Waiting for the male lead to save me
Maybe I should go back to feature films
You don't even have time to sleep
You're talking about films?
But I really don't want these roles anymore
I can talk to Paul about it
But he's not gonna like it
Okay
What's happening?
(Protests in Tiu Keng Leng Continue,
Demolition on the Brink)
(Tiu Keng Leng, Say No to Demolition)
Dad
Dad
Here's some money
It's enough for you all to move out
I'm not moving
There's no use staying here
They're tearing this place down
I built this house with my own hands
I carried each stone and brick
Look at yourself!
Still fighting with your old age
You're scaring mom
I won't fight unless I'm provoked
But I'm definitely staying here
If you carry on like this
What if the paparazzi takes photos of you?
If they come at me
I'm gonna tell them
That I have no relation to you
I've never seen your movies
Is that acceptable for you?
That's not what I meant
As long as you're okay
I have to work later
If you really don't like me so much
Don't you ever come back to see me
How are you? Doing okay?
I'm fine
There's a script under
negotiation right now
If it goes according to plan
Then you won't have time to sleep
Have you heard the bitch's new album?
She's pretty good at singing
She's a platinum selling artist
I'll go to Taiwan with you after this film
Hello
Hello Elaine, I'm Ka Ho
This is our first scene together,
thank you for your hard work
We're a similar age,
you don't have to be so polite
Looking forward to learning from you
See you later
This new guy is so humble
He has a great career ahead
Hello?
I'll call you later
How many scenes do I have left?
One more scene, where you meet Ka Ho
That'll be 4 to 5 shots
What is it?
My sister called and said my dad fainted
They're taking him to the hospital now
So you wanna...
Today's the last day on this set
Keep an eye out for me
I'm gonna get this done quickly
Cut! Cut! Cut!
Elaine, can you be happier?
A bit more lively, okay? Sure
Do you need to rest?
No, let's keep going
Let's fix your makeup, and do another take
Alright, makeup team, please
Makeup team!
More petals
Did anyone call?
No
Alright, I'm ready
Elaine, we need a bigger smile please
Get closer, you two are a couple
Cut... let's do this again
Let's do another take
Cut...
One more take, hurry up
What's up with her?
Alright, cut
Alright, good, that's a wrap
Thanks for your hard work
Thank you, Elaine
Thanks for your hard work
He recorded all of your TV shows
He's seen every episode multiple times
He's made notes as well
Ever since Sing passed away
I've always thought that
He's never really left me
He's always been beside me
I believe... this is the same
with Uncle Cheung
He'll always be beside you
This metal box
All this time, I seldom open it
Because I know that I can't face myself
I regret that I couldn't
say goodbye to my father
He wrote me this note
After I started working in this industry
I thought my dad always
wanted me to work hard
But as you said
I haven't been successful
Until King reached out to me again
And I shot that scene
Now I've finally let go of
what's been troubling me
I understood that all this time
My dad didn't expect me
to be rich and successful
He just wanted me to just be myself
I know that all this time
I'm stuck between you and your family
And it's been difficult for you
I also know that you can't let go of
All the things I've done in my past
I don't want you to accommodate me
I'm sorry
Hey dad, mom's leg was injured
So she hasn't been visiting lately
Ying
What you said to me last time
I've thought about it
I really shouldn't have imposed
My own beliefs and values on to you
I'm sorry
Every time I look at the sea
I would think back to our times
in Tiu Keng Leng
I want you to come and see this film
Once you've seen it
You'll understand how much
I care about acting
I actually have a stable job
I work in a supermarket
So you don't have to worry about me
Don't worry, you've known her for a while
Just relax
She's interested, right?
Hello Elaine, I'm King
It's been a while Hello
Hello Cindy Have a seat
You don't have to be so courteous
Alright, let's get to the point
He tried to reach out to you through Ben
But Ben brushed him off
King has been working
on this script for three years
He always envisioned you as the female lead
He was shooting a film in Taiwan
And bumped into Ying,
and mentioned you
I've already read the script
But I think it's best that
you met with the director
This story is called 'Obsession'
It's a story about illegal justice
The female protagonist is a lawyer
Her best friend was sexually abused
And committed suicide due to the pressure
The female lead comes
across the man in question
When she realized that
the law cannot punish this man
She took matters into her own hands
When I finished the first draft
I immediately thought of you
Because I know that you're an actress
Who has an obsession with the craft
And this is a similarity
you share with the character
I think this is an interesting story
I wanna know more about
the background of the character
Elaine, the director will require
you to perform in the nude
Wait a second, you never told me about that
Being nude shows
the conviction she has for revenge
I think it is necessary
Which is why I wrote it in the script
Alright, let me read
the script and get back to you
Jackie, I'll let you know
King, I'll see you out
Alright I'll reach out later
Fully nude, at this point in your career?
Is that a little too desperate?
I think this character would
be a great showcase
He's worked so hard to become a director
I think King is trustworthy
Don't worry,
I'll decide after I read the script
Alright, that was great
Thanks Elaine, you were amazing
Director, so we're...
That's a wrap for today,
thank you everybody
That's a wrap for today!
Thank you
Thank you
I need to talk to you
about tomorrow's scene
We can talk over dinner
Sure
Thank you everybody
Thank you
Feeling more assured?
Thank you
Elaine... look this way
Absolute nonsense
It's boring and really deep
This sucks, let's leave
What a waste of time
Luckily the ticket's free
What kind of a film is this?
Elaine, can you say a few words?
The last film you shot was ten years ago
Do you think you'll be nominated this time?
Why did you decide to be fully nude?
Is it because 1997 is around the corner
And you wanna make some cash and leave?
The audience's reaction was just so-so
Are you worried about the box office?
How do you feel about starring
in a category III film?
Are you disappointed?
Now that you're down this path
They say it's a slippery slope
Will you become an erotic star?
What are you talking about?
Is that all you see?
Thank you all
I think Elaine is exhausted
We can talk about this next time
Elaine, say a few words
When will you make another movie?
I trust the director
What we made is not a porno, thank you
Elaine, why are you leaving so soon?
Big Sis is just a normal person
It's understandable
that she can't accept it
Give her some time to digest it
I've really failed
If you've failed, then just start over
Just like we did before
What's your next step?
Take some time off to think about things
You know me
I don't give up easily
Alright, bitch
As long as you're happy
Maybe I'm not good enough
I'm thinking of going abroad
Will you go with me?
I'll wait for you in Hong Kong
I'm seeing someone
He's a businessman, and he treats me well
I think I'll move back to Hong Kong for him
Promise me, you have to be happy
You're so corny! You too
I'm leaving
Take care of yourself
Alright...
Be careful
Goodbye
Keep truckin', bitch
See you
I've seen your film
I thought you were great in it
Thank you
I'll respect your decision
If you wanna make movies, go ahead
I just want you to be yourself
But you'll have to be transparent with me
Don't you think that
a divorce would solve this
I'm the one he loves
Cut!
Help me wipe my sweat
Sorry, big sis Elaine
I might've hit you a little too hard
You won't be mad at me, right?
It's okay, we were just acting
But I think you messed up your line
Really? It's alright, we can fix it in ADR
Right, we can ADR this whole scene
Let's change camera positions
So Elaine is...?
That's a wrap for Elaine
Abbie, I wanna add another shot for you
Right up front Alright
That's a wrap for Elaine
Let's change our position
I can't help that there's
a scheduling conflict
Yes, I understand
That Abbie couldn't
even get her lines right
She might as well just count
from one to seven
There are many actresses who are better
Why did they choose her?
Big sis Jackie
This show is promising
Broadcasted in Mainland Cable
And it pays well
Bonnie, can you get me a lemon water?
Sure
Have you had your acting fix?
How's it going with King's film?
I rejected it
Why did you reject it?
It's a tiny role where you play a mother
How would it be good for you?
What else do you have in the pipeline?
There's a commercial in the Mainland
Everything else can wait
until after your wedding
You always bring up my wedding
So there won't be anymore acting roles
for me after I get married?
You know it's a tough business nowadays
Not many films are being made every year
It's ready
I got someone to bring
it back from Thailand
You don't need to take care of me
Just take care of Arthur
Have a baby soon,
so I can have a grandchild
We're not planning that right now
I like the way things are right now
How can a woman not have kids?
Look at your sister,
she was married with kids
But now she's going through a divorce
If you don't have a child
It's easy for the man to take off
Here you go again...
Little sis, I put all your stuff
in the store room
Hey, Cheung Yee Ling
Let's go out and play
But I have to help out at home
Just for a little while
Hey!
I'll return it if you can catch me
Give it back... give it back!
Do you know what Hong Kong is like?
Just like it is on TV
Very beautiful, with a lot of skyscrapers
My mom said that uncle
doesn't wanna go back to Taiwan
He wants to take us to Hong Kong
My dad said the outside world is dangerous
We're lucky to be able to stay here
Moron, we're lucky
if we can go to Hong Kong
Uncle said we can't go back to Taiwan
He says that your dad is lying to himself
Really?
Promise me that you'll come back
and find me
Okay
Hey, why did you finish all my pineapple?
I gave you such a big piece,
you're saying I ate it all?
I'm sure I didn't
I just ate a little,
and you ate such a big piece
I didn't, I'm sure of it
You're lying
Uncle Cheung
Kneel down
It's Ying...
Do you know what you did wrong?
You're not punctual, and untrustworthy
You said you'd come home to help out
And you snuck out to eat?
Absolutely ridiculous!
Still crying?
If you shed even half a tear
No dinner for you tonight
Your sister gave you the
opportunity to go to school
What did you learn?
A child who steals a needle
will grow up to steal gold
Don't get angry
Kin Kwok promised to see her this week
Don't you ever hang out with Ying again
Go to the market and
get her some new clothes
And also a new hairpin
Hurry up, mom
Miss, your cake is here Thank you
Mommy, why didn't big sis come with us?
Fung, sorry I'm late
No worries
This is Uncle Kin Kwok
This is Little Sis
Uncle Kin Kwok Nice girl
You're Little Sis? Very cute
What would you like to eat?
Hello, what would you like to order?
We'll have a strawberry cake
Why aren't you eating?
Are you really willing to let go?
I don't have a choice
Little Sis will suffer if she stays with us
And your money can help out her big sister
I served in the army with him
Only those who understand reality...
Qualify to survive
Don't worry, my wife will take care of her
Sorry, can we have $1000 up front?
You can pay the rest
When we take Little Sis to you next month
Sure
Mommy, are you abandoning me?
This is for your own good
No, I don't want cake anymore
I'll listen to everything you say
Don't abandon me
You'll have a good life with Uncle Kin Kwok
No, don't leave me
I'll be good... really good...
Fung, let's forget it
Consider this as a gift
Kin Kwok...
Goodbye...
Hello, this is Jackie
Wai Ho's manager
Is the female lead confirmed?
Sure, can I take a look
at the script first?
Alright, sure, bye
Let's go find Ying again
You know her very well
If she wants to see you,
she would've reached out
But the tabloids say she's mentally ill
And that she's divorced
I'm worried about her
She went to the bathroom
She's back already
I went to the bathroom
Is it a stomach flu or
your period this time?
Do you need to bring
your backpack to the toilet?
It's the time of the month
I didn't want to walk around
with my sanitary pads
Sir, you don't believe me? Take a look
Go back to your seat,
and stop listening to music
Understood
Alright let's open our textbooks
Today, I'm gonna be telling you all about
The female poet Li Qingzhao
from the Song dynasty
All alone on a boat...
Good morning, come in
Everyone,
we have a new student with us today
Her name is Lee Sin Ying,
she used to live here
Make her feel at home, okay?
You can sit next to Cheung Yee Ling
Lee Sin Ying?
It's me, Cheung Yee Ling
You're impressive
How did you get your lips so white?
Do you need such a big pack?
Hey, she's our broker
Broker? Are you into drugs?
One and the same
You can only get this in Hong Kong
Where's' my copy of 'Good Times'
Wow, it's Seiko Matsuda
You can only get it
when the next issue is out
Siu Kit is in the current issue,
do you have any with you?
If you want them fresh off the press
$10, can you afford it?
If you have it right now
I'd pay $15 for it
$15 then
She's my client
Sure thing, Little Sis
Why did you come back?
It didn't go well with my mom and uncle
She met another man
And that man hates me
So they sent me back here
Your Walkman's really cool
A lot of people use it in Hong Kong
I know, I work with taxi drivers
They bring in the goods for me
to sell here
They brought this in for me
Have a puff?
No thank you, it stinks
What about this?
You can only get this in Hong Kong
I don't eat cakes
When I save enough money
I'll move to Hong Kong
With the stuff that you're selling
You're making nothing
When can you move to Hong Kong?
Do you know how expensive rent is?
What about meals and transportation?
I'll figure it out somehow
Didn't you say that it was lucky to stay?
I didn't know better
I understand it now
We don't have a choice
because we're poor
Seiko Matsuda
That's one
Siu Kit, three cards
How are you doing?
Not bad, a friend told me about
A decent job in Hong Kong
Check it out
No, I'm going with you
Going with you?
No way! I'm not leaving
I promised my brothers
I'd stand by their side
Who cares about that?
We need money to live
The pay is decent being a security guard
What are you talking about?
Dad, this place is getting torn down soon
We won't have a place to live
My salary won't be able to keep us afloat
Besides going back, I'm not leaving
You're not studying again?
I didn't have a choice
I wanted to go to school so badly
Your room is full of trash
Why don't you grow up?
Your grades are horrible as well
Do I have a choice?
This one
Alright, $2 please
Can you give me a discount?
This is new
Alright, when you have new photos,
let me know
Sure, bye-bye!
Have you thought about bringing
it back from Hong Kong?
You'd make more money
No way, it won't even
cover transportation costs
Just sell them for a higher price
There's a new issue every couple of days
People would buy it for $15
I know Hong Kong well
If you come with me
I can take care of you
What is it? Are you scared?
I'm not scared
Then let's go now
Go where?
To Hong Kong to bring back the goods
You're making dimes and nickels here
When will you make a fortune?
Hey!
Wait for me
It's Seiko Matsuda
Over there, let's go
I can charge more for a signed photo
If I can get the celebrity's autograph
Wouldn't I make more money?
Even if you can find them
How many can you get them to sign?
You're right
Do you really wanna make money?
Why are you act like a potato? Let's go
Wait for me here
Why are you just standing there?
New friend?
This is my boyfriend, Sing
Hello
Are you nervous?
Just dance along and you'll loosen up
Come over here
Make way please
Come on, come on
This is yours
Cheers
Cheers
Look over there
There are perks if you're a girl
You can drink for free
Play drinking games
And people will pay you
Like what we see on TV...
Nobody told you to believe
what you see
Those are all lies
You don't have to let them touch you
Just sit there, drink, have fun,
and you'll get paid
Easier than selling magazines and pads
Just watch me
Guess how much money she makes
By drinking with them for an hour?
US$100
$100?
I really envy you girls
Making money is so easy for you
So as a girl, you have to be smart
Then you can make more money
Hey boys
I have a new friend joining us today
This is by bestie Little Sis
This is her first time here
Wow! We have a first timer
You guys are in for a treat
Bottoms up!
I didn't drink with you all night
Once you're here, don't just sit around
The more you drink, the more you earn
Alcohol is disgusting
Why do they like drinking so much?
You don't know the good stuff
How about this?
You go and play 'One-two' with them later
Whatever happens, just say you've won
As long as they're happy,
you'll earn money
I don't know how to play
It's not hard, just watch me
You can say 1-10, but not 5
You win if you get it right twice in a row
Let's play
Come on, come on
Uncle, you suck at this
You're pretty impressive
Let me know whenever you're here
I'll come and support you
Sure
Let me give you my card
Movies?
Yes, movies
Then do you know Siu Kit?
Can I give you a bunch of photos
So he can sign them for me?
Do you like him?
Not really, but his photos sell
for a good price
It's none of your business
if someone else's photo sells
What makes you rich is
when your own photo sells
You're a smart girl
Call me if you have the guts,
I can help you
I'm heading out, bye-bye
Bye
We've been together for four years
Four years?
Sing is really good to me
Sing is really good to Ying,
I know that now
We've been saving up to get married
Married? Married!
You're not there yet, you're still a virgin
I wanna be your maid of honor
Talk to me after you've lost your virginity
Hey, you're teasing me
You're a virgin
It's embarrassing
You pineapple eating rascal...
Hello, Uncle Cheung
You're in big trouble
How old are you? Are you drinking?
Since you like drinking more than studying
Just go ahead and be a hostess
Does it make you happier
Calling your daughter a whore?
A brigadier's daughter
Not studying hard
And hanging around these delinquents
What does that do to my credibility?
What credibility?
The war is over, wake up!
Why are you hitting your own daughter?
Sit down
That so-called dignity of yours
You only know how to use it on me
I'm out there making money today
Do you know how hard it is
for mom and big sis?
If you refuse to face the truth,
then I will
Little Sis!
Little Sis!
Little Sis!
(Ben Hon)
I hate pink clothes
Will this work?
Of course, sleazy men love it
Come on
Let's just leave
It might be a scam
What are you afraid of? What scam?
You're homeless
Do you wanna go back
and work at the bar?
I'm here with you, don't worry
Taking an exam? You're taking so long
You're right, I'm counting on myself
Of course, see how aggressive everyone is?
Please fill out the form first
Alright, thank you
This is Lee Sin Ying
This is Cheung Yee Ling
Hello
Are you guys gonna audition together?
Alright, let's start with you
You'll be great
You said you wanted to marry me
But you resent that I was a hostess
Then... what are we
gonna do about the baby?
Your turn, little girl
I know, you're not marrying...
I know, you're not marrying me
You resent that I worked as a hostess
But no matter what
I'm not giving up on the baby
Not bad, she's young and fresh
The roles are hookers, will you do it?
What? Hookers?
It's just an acting role
Of course,
I know how to act like a hooker
But there are some daring scenes
Can you do it?
It's okay if you're can't,
we have plenty of choices
As long as I'm the female lead
I have nothing to be afraid of
Good, I like your guts
But you two will need English names
I'm Cindy
How about you?
She's called Yi... Elaine
Elaine, you're not 18 yet
Do you have a guardian
who can sign on your behalf?
You're here already
Brother Ben
I thought you wouldn't show up
Hello Mrs. Cheung, I'm Ben
You should know that...
we require Elaine to be quite sexy
Don't worry though
It's a 'healthy' type of sexy
It's no problem
Every girl starts off like this
It's normal
Here's the contract
Have a look through
We're gonna shoot two movies
back to back for her
This is her salary
If you're okay with the terms... sign here
Mom, I'm grown up
I'm in charge of my own life, sign it
Mrs. Cheung, don't worry
She's signed under our wing
We'll take good care of her
Thank you, Brother Ben
Little Sis
Mrs. Lau
We heard you're shooting movies
with your friend
When can we see it? Congratulations
I'll let you know when it's released
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
See you later, Mrs. Lau
We're here... mom!
You're back
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
You're all wet, wipe yourself down
Auntie, happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Why did you bring so much stuff back?
Ying, Little Sis told us you're all alone
So I asked her to invite you over as well
Just make yourself at home
Don't worry, Auntie
I have absolutely no shame
That's right
Ying, take a seat
Uncle Cheung, Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Auntie, this is for you
Dad, Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Little Sis, are you staying over tonight?
I have to be back at the office tomorrow
It's more convenient
if I go back to the dorm tonight
Sis, these clothes are for you
Thank you
There are some for mom as well
Thank you
Dad, this is for you
Let's eat
Ying, you have to take care of each
other while you're in Hong Kong
If anything happens
You can always come back and find us, okay?
Don't worry, Auntie and Uncle Cheung
I'll take care of Little Sis
That's good to hear
Little Sis, your dad knows
you love stewed chicken
So he started preparing in the morning
Dad, you eat first
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Have one more piece
Ying, have some shrimp
Thank you, Auntie
It's overcooked
No no... it tastes great
Then have some more
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
If you know what to do,
I'll give you a favor
Do you wanna bet big, or bet small?
We'll go home if we bet small
Of course we'll bet big
Becky listens to me
Is that true?
Do you still need to think?
Let's go then
Get in the car
Don't pussy out
You're on your own if you puss out
Okay, cut
This scene's good, on to the next
This scene's good, on to the next scene
We have a very important scene tonight
That was good enough?
If the director says so, let's go
Brother Ben
You girls doing okay?
Brother Ben
Not too shabby
Brother Ben, we move
on to the next scene so fast
Is it really okay?
Silly girl, this is how the world works
Time is money
We only spend money on those
who are beneficial to us
You have an important scene tonight
Just relax
I got it, you're so long-winded
But I want Elaine there with me
You girls are inseparable
Do whatever you want
Give me a cigarette
Alright, come on
Don't worry, Elaine
Your acting was very natural,
you were great
Thank you, director,
we're counting on you
I wanna cover up my dark circles
Alright
What's up with you today?
Your skin is so dry
Where were you last night
I'm gonna stick it a little tighter
Let me know if you feel discomfort
What are you doing?
We're not sticking anything
Get out of here
Get out!
No sticking? Then I'd be topless
Is this your first day here?
This is an erotic film,
of course you need to strip
You think we're gonna shoot
this scene with clothes on?
You never told me I had to strip naked
You're crazy
Screw this, let's go
You're going? You've signed a contract
It's okay if you walk out, just pay up
Sure, I can pay
Without me, you're nothing
Ask your boyfriend to pay your debt
Okay
If you can't pay up
Then I'm cutting him into little pieces
And throw his body out into the streets
I'll give you ten minutes to
think about it, and eat this
We could just go back to Tiu Keng Leng
Let's not shoot this film
Where are we gonna get the money?
I was just bluffing
Is there any other way?
They're gonna kill Sing
Are you okay?
Let's do it
Stop drinking
I'm okay
After taking the first step,
it's downhill from there
If you wanna be a star,
you gotta be like me
Find yourself a lead role
We have to make a lot of money
Don't let them look down on you
Alright...
Drink with me, cheers
I don't wanna be like you
If my dad knew, he'd kill me
Can you not be so spineless?
If you choose to do it,
then you go all the way
We've recently signed these actresses
This is Elaine, and that's Cindy
Mr. Paul, and Mr. Fai
Hello
Cindy? Elaine?
I'm Paul
I heard you were celebrating tonight
But from the look on your face...
Ben, have you been bullying them?
Of course not,
she's the supporting actress today
Tonight, Cindy is the star
That's why she's not as happy
We're working on our next film
With Elaine as the lead actress
We'll bring her to the top, okay?
Alright!
Cheers
Cheers
Congratulations
If you don't wanna make erotic films
You can talk to Ben
Are you kidding? Do I have a choice?
I've let go of my pride
As long as I'm earning money
Sing says he wants to buy property
We can get married after that
He said he'd provide for me
Do you believe everything Sing says?
If I don't believe what Sing says
Who else should I believe?
I'm going out to party with Sing tonight
Are you joining us?
Never mind, I shouldn't have asked
I know you won't go
Then you take care of yourself
Were you happier back in Tiu Keng Leng
Or are you happier now?
I'm happy as long as I have Sing,
see you!
I'm not going to the party tomorrow
You can go by yourself
Change into this after
you're done with makeup
Thank you, Chi
Can I change my costume
for the nightclub scene tomorrow?
Why?
My character is forced into being a hostess
So I think she doesn't
wanna be too revealing
Alright, I'll speak to the director
Thank you, Chi
Siu Kit, good morning Good morning
I'll take you to your dressing room
Have you eaten breakfast yet?
I have
Anything to drink?
No, thank you
Good morning, Siu Kit Good morning
Hello, good morning Hello
Hello, Siu Kit Ben
Let me introduce you to Mr. Paul
Mr. Paul Just call me Paul
Let's take a seat upstairs
Make yourself at home
What is it?
Jealous that he's getting
so much attention?
Not really
I'm just waiting for Ying
It's a bit surreal for me
I made money
from selling his signed photos
This industry is like a dream factory
Everything is like being in a dream
Whether that's a good dream
or a nightmare
That's up to you
Keung, do we need to tweak anything?
Nope
Are we all ready?
I'm good to go if you are
Kwan, are we ready?
Alright, let's go for it
Director, we're all ready
Take her clothes off
What are we waiting for?
Take her clothes off
Let's go! Are the cameras ready?
Come on, let's roll
Marker
Scene 36A, shot 5, take 1
Action!
Cut!
All departments good?
It's a bit wonky in the middle
The middle is fine
We can reshoot the middle
Siu Kit, we're gonna do another shot
Have a seat
I'm okay, I have water
What is it? Are you afraid of me?
Do you believe the tabloids?
Why would I?
You're getting married?
We've been together for a while
So we're getting married
Getting married is accepting your fate
You know me very well
You know I've tried my best with acting
You haven't changed a bit
You never see anything through
What makes you think you can help me?
What is it? You're not feeling well?
You're burning up, do you need a doctor?
I'm okay, I'll just have a rest
I saw Ying today
Really? How is she?
Little Sis
Why have you disappeared?
You're not answering Ben's calls
Everyone is looking for you
Beware of the paparazzi
Where's Sing?
Did he lose your money by gambling?
No worries
I'll just make more films
You gotta take Fentanyl in order to make it
Have some with me
No... what's up with you?
You're ignoring me now that you're famous
I've always cared about you
You're the one ignoring my calls
Sing was right about you
You forget everyone else
once you have a partner
I beg you to stop taking these
Listen to me...
Lady...
Who do you think you are?
Are you lecturing me?
If it weren't for me...
You're just a speck of shit
What are you talking about?
If I hadn't brought you out to Hong Kong
You'd still be a village girl
in Tiu Keng Leng
What are you on about? Can you wake up?
Look at yourself right now
Come over here
Let go
Sit down
I've told you a thousand times
He will just gamble away
all the money you make
Your state right now...
Look at how you're treating yourself
You call this love?
Don't talk about my boyfriend that way
Why are you talking shit about Sing?
Sing is good to me
Sing is good to me
Unlike you
You said we were in this together
I'm done... I'm done with all this
I'm suffering, I can't do this
I also have a mother
Are you hanging out with Ying?
Look at her. Aren't you heartbroken?
I never thought it'd come to this
My mom knew that you liked it
So she told me to bring you some
How are you? Still hanging on?
I'm okay, don't worry
I've been together with him for so long
Some things are meant to be
Did I say some really harsh things?
Cindy, the director asks
if you've memorized the script
We're short on time today
So he'd like to do a few long takes
Long takes again?
How can I memorize all those lines?
Whatever
And I'm sorry to tell you that
Chung Hang is still shooting his scene
So you'll have to wait a little longer
Alright, alright
Look at where I am now
Landing shitty roles like these
You disappeared on them
You're lucky to still be working
What are you talking about?
My contract ends after this film
I don't know what to do next
What did I say to you that night?
Tell me
I've known you for ages,
I won't hold grudges
In the scene later
I think you can work on
your reaction for these lines
Once you get those reactions in,
nail the lines
The director will be pleased
How would you know what the main point was?
You told me what your role was
I could guess just by reading this
Memorize it while you have some time
You're a natural in this industry
Really?
Mom
Little Sis
Dad, I'm home
Ying isn't joining us this year?
Yeah, she's busy with filming
Big Sis is working overtime
Your dad is in a bad mood
My boyfriend bought you some ginseng
Maybe that will calm his nerves
It's such a big box
Dad
You guys chat, I'll make dinner
Take this back
What is it?
I don't accept gifts from strangers
What stranger? I'm your daughter
You never had a real job these few years
I don't know where your money comes from
It's my boyfriend's money
We're in a stable relationship
He's gonna fund my studies in the UK
Boyfriend?
Your Chinese is sub par
And now you're learning French?
French? I'm going to the UK
Right, that's good
It suits you, saves you the trouble
With your current state of mind
You won't be able to shoot
anything that is meaningful
I must remind you
Not to let your life revolve around one man
You'll end up losing your mind
I understand
At 6:00AM this morning
We received news about
a man who fell to his death
Identity is confirmed to be
erotic star Lee Sin Ying's fianc
The police believes this to be a suicide
A suicide note was found on the scene
Cindy, are you upset that
your boyfriend died?
We heard that he's in a lot of debt
Are you going to repay it then?
Have you told his family?
What does it say in the will, Cindy?
Excuse me
Cindy, say something
We have no comment, thank you
Let's go home
It's too noisy
I'm gonna get some chicken soup for Ying
She likes it
Thank you, mom
Dad, I'm gonna be shooting a TV show
It'll be broadcasted next year
I'm gonna keep on shooting
Do you have water?
I do, wait a sec
Ying
If you don't have an appetite
Have some chicken soup
If you don't mind that our place is small
You can stay here as long as you'd like
What if we lose our heart?
(As long as we live, our heart stays alive)
As long as we live, our heart stays alive
I used to ask my mom when I was younger
Where is my dad?
Turns out she doesn't even know who he is
Her life revolved around multiple men
And I was kicked around like a football
Until I met Sing
Now I know what a home feels like
I know he's unreliable
And I know he cant support me financially
But that's okay
I don't care how hard I have to work
I really don't mind
I've never cared about that
But now he took the easy way out
Just leaving without a word
Do you know how envious I am of you?
You have a family that loves you
And you have a boyfriend to support you
I envy that you can do what you love
I actually envy you as well
You're aggressive and brave
But I never see things through
I don't have the guts to do so
I'm tell Jackie tomorrow
I'm gonna go to Taiwan
Do you need me to go with you?
You have to prove yourself
Work hard and keep making movies
Prove me wrong
Sorry, director
The actors aren't ready yet
We have to wait a while longer
Tell them to hurry up
We have one more scene to shoot
Got it
Everyone, get ready!
Elaine, how nice of you to drop by
King, I've known you for man years
Let's skip the pleasantries
I really wanna be a part of your film
But Jackie said that you're...
King, I know it's difficult for you
But please put in a good word for me
Why haven't you been
in movies these few years?
I have, I just finished shooting
Keep your eyes peeled
Alright
How is it? Do you like it?
I have a night shoot tonight
Alright, I'll head to
my parents' place by myself
Think about what I said
I don't want you to work so hard
Elaine, are you ready?
Our lighting department is ready
Thank you, Elaine
Alright, everybody get ready
Actors in place,
lights and camera to first position
Scene 54, shot 3, take 1
Ready, action
Cut! Good take
Let's do a close up
They're here
Elaine, congratulations
on getting married to Lung
Thank you
Are you in bad terms
with your mother-in-law?
Elaine, you're working
with director King again
Are you doing any erotic scenes?
Lung.
What do you think about
Elaine working with King again?
Why didn't you tell me
you're working with King again?
Maybe you should stop acting
After you're done with this one
I don't want them to write about you
I just want to have a simple life with you
I don't think you understand me at all
Can you let her go before 2?
Talk to Hung and then let me know
I'm so dumb in this scene
Not you, it's just your character
I've been doing the same role for years
Beautiful, but grew up poor
Waiting for the male lead to save me
Maybe I should go back to feature films
You don't even have time to sleep
You're talking about films?
But I really don't want these roles anymore
I can talk to Paul about it
But he's not gonna like it
Okay
What's happening?
(Protests in Tiu Keng Leng Continue,
Demolition on the Brink)
(Tiu Keng Leng, Say No to Demolition)
Dad
Dad
Here's some money
It's enough for you all to move out
I'm not moving
There's no use staying here
They're tearing this place down
I built this house with my own hands
I carried each stone and brick
Look at yourself!
Still fighting with your old age
You're scaring mom
I won't fight unless I'm provoked
But I'm definitely staying here
If you carry on like this
What if the paparazzi takes photos of you?
If they come at me
I'm gonna tell them
That I have no relation to you
I've never seen your movies
Is that acceptable for you?
That's not what I meant
As long as you're okay
I have to work later
If you really don't like me so much
Don't you ever come back to see me
How are you? Doing okay?
I'm fine
There's a script under
negotiation right now
If it goes according to plan
Then you won't have time to sleep
Have you heard the bitch's new album?
She's pretty good at singing
She's a platinum selling artist
I'll go to Taiwan with you after this film
Hello
Hello Elaine, I'm Ka Ho
This is our first scene together,
thank you for your hard work
We're a similar age,
you don't have to be so polite
Looking forward to learning from you
See you later
This new guy is so humble
He has a great career ahead
Hello?
I'll call you later
How many scenes do I have left?
One more scene, where you meet Ka Ho
That'll be 4 to 5 shots
What is it?
My sister called and said my dad fainted
They're taking him to the hospital now
So you wanna...
Today's the last day on this set
Keep an eye out for me
I'm gonna get this done quickly
Cut! Cut! Cut!
Elaine, can you be happier?
A bit more lively, okay? Sure
Do you need to rest?
No, let's keep going
Let's fix your makeup, and do another take
Alright, makeup team, please
Makeup team!
More petals
Did anyone call?
No
Alright, I'm ready
Elaine, we need a bigger smile please
Get closer, you two are a couple
Cut... let's do this again
Let's do another take
Cut...
One more take, hurry up
What's up with her?
Alright, cut
Alright, good, that's a wrap
Thanks for your hard work
Thank you, Elaine
Thanks for your hard work
He recorded all of your TV shows
He's seen every episode multiple times
He's made notes as well
Ever since Sing passed away
I've always thought that
He's never really left me
He's always been beside me
I believe... this is the same
with Uncle Cheung
He'll always be beside you
This metal box
All this time, I seldom open it
Because I know that I can't face myself
I regret that I couldn't
say goodbye to my father
He wrote me this note
After I started working in this industry
I thought my dad always
wanted me to work hard
But as you said
I haven't been successful
Until King reached out to me again
And I shot that scene
Now I've finally let go of
what's been troubling me
I understood that all this time
My dad didn't expect me
to be rich and successful
He just wanted me to just be myself
I know that all this time
I'm stuck between you and your family
And it's been difficult for you
I also know that you can't let go of
All the things I've done in my past
I don't want you to accommodate me
I'm sorry
Hey dad, mom's leg was injured
So she hasn't been visiting lately
Ying
What you said to me last time
I've thought about it
I really shouldn't have imposed
My own beliefs and values on to you
I'm sorry
Every time I look at the sea
I would think back to our times
in Tiu Keng Leng
I want you to come and see this film
Once you've seen it
You'll understand how much
I care about acting
I actually have a stable job
I work in a supermarket
So you don't have to worry about me
Don't worry, you've known her for a while
Just relax
She's interested, right?
Hello Elaine, I'm King
It's been a while Hello
Hello Cindy Have a seat
You don't have to be so courteous
Alright, let's get to the point
He tried to reach out to you through Ben
But Ben brushed him off
King has been working
on this script for three years
He always envisioned you as the female lead
He was shooting a film in Taiwan
And bumped into Ying,
and mentioned you
I've already read the script
But I think it's best that
you met with the director
This story is called 'Obsession'
It's a story about illegal justice
The female protagonist is a lawyer
Her best friend was sexually abused
And committed suicide due to the pressure
The female lead comes
across the man in question
When she realized that
the law cannot punish this man
She took matters into her own hands
When I finished the first draft
I immediately thought of you
Because I know that you're an actress
Who has an obsession with the craft
And this is a similarity
you share with the character
I think this is an interesting story
I wanna know more about
the background of the character
Elaine, the director will require
you to perform in the nude
Wait a second, you never told me about that
Being nude shows
the conviction she has for revenge
I think it is necessary
Which is why I wrote it in the script
Alright, let me read
the script and get back to you
Jackie, I'll let you know
King, I'll see you out
Alright I'll reach out later
Fully nude, at this point in your career?
Is that a little too desperate?
I think this character would
be a great showcase
He's worked so hard to become a director
I think King is trustworthy
Don't worry,
I'll decide after I read the script
Alright, that was great
Thanks Elaine, you were amazing
Director, so we're...
That's a wrap for today,
thank you everybody
That's a wrap for today!
Thank you
Thank you
I need to talk to you
about tomorrow's scene
We can talk over dinner
Sure
Thank you everybody
Thank you
Feeling more assured?
Thank you
Elaine... look this way
Absolute nonsense
It's boring and really deep
This sucks, let's leave
What a waste of time
Luckily the ticket's free
What kind of a film is this?
Elaine, can you say a few words?
The last film you shot was ten years ago
Do you think you'll be nominated this time?
Why did you decide to be fully nude?
Is it because 1997 is around the corner
And you wanna make some cash and leave?
The audience's reaction was just so-so
Are you worried about the box office?
How do you feel about starring
in a category III film?
Are you disappointed?
Now that you're down this path
They say it's a slippery slope
Will you become an erotic star?
What are you talking about?
Is that all you see?
Thank you all
I think Elaine is exhausted
We can talk about this next time
Elaine, say a few words
When will you make another movie?
I trust the director
What we made is not a porno, thank you
Elaine, why are you leaving so soon?
Big Sis is just a normal person
It's understandable
that she can't accept it
Give her some time to digest it
I've really failed
If you've failed, then just start over
Just like we did before
What's your next step?
Take some time off to think about things
You know me
I don't give up easily
Alright, bitch
As long as you're happy
Maybe I'm not good enough
I'm thinking of going abroad
Will you go with me?
I'll wait for you in Hong Kong
I'm seeing someone
He's a businessman, and he treats me well
I think I'll move back to Hong Kong for him
Promise me, you have to be happy
You're so corny! You too
I'm leaving
Take care of yourself
Alright...
Be careful
Goodbye
Keep truckin', bitch
See you
I've seen your film
I thought you were great in it
Thank you
I'll respect your decision
If you wanna make movies, go ahead
I just want you to be yourself
But you'll have to be transparent with me