I couldn't find the Hong Kong movie that has the serenely charming portrait of regular people, until I watch this movie. It may put you to sleep, but the director assured enough to make this a worthy watch.
Storyline:
Mrs. Cheung, who lives with teenage son Ka-On. Mrs. Cheung works part-time in the local supermarket, while Ka-On lazes about their home and occasionally attends church fellowship meetings, where he may or may not admire one of his church mentors.
Life occurs when the two befriend a new neighbor, an elderly woman who lives alone, and soon joins Mrs. Cheung at her workplace.
Review:
This is a simple story about regular people, and the director breathes credibility and affection into the characters and their lives by choosing not to overdo. The viewer's role here is passive, much like the characters themselves, who react naturally and without forced emotion or incident.
The emotions here are simple and respectful ones, and show us that the people of Tin Shui Wai have a heart and soul. Living there is like living anywhere else; it's full of ups and downs, small successes and setbacks, and people who are worth getting to know if you just give them a chance.
The Way We Are makes Tin Shui Wai seem like home.
Head here for the trailer.
