I have to admit, I had my doubts about the plot/storyline of this movie before I saw it. However, I had an open mind and an opportunity to watch it a few months ago during my first visit to Malaysia. And what a pleasant surprise and felt somewhat of a relief while watching the movie!! First, I must congratulate the director, Ms Law, for writing/directing such a controversial/taboo story, especially in a very conservative society/culture with high values placed in education/family. Although I was lucky enough not to have such a narcissistic mother as in the movie, my Mother had many similar attributes! I also had to sacrifice many of my interests in my life in pursue of my parents' dreams! Ms Law was able to incorporate drama, family values, tradition, culture, self-worth/confidence, hardship, sacrifice, grief, regret, with love, passion, romance, joy, and comedy/laughter, all in a 1.5 hr long movie! Not an easy task to accomplish! I found all the main actors played their parts exceptionally well, especially the dysfunctional mother. I felt a relief because I was able to relate to many of the scenes in the movie and was glad that my life was not so uncommon! Take the time to watch this movie, and if you are able to coerce your mother/father to watch it with you, even better!! (Unless you get a whipping or a lecture afterwards) LOL! But hopefully something positive will come out of it and you'll have no regrets with your life! Pursuit your dreams/passions!
