Pao is a terrible lawyer who has never won a litigation. He is a righteous man but his unstable character brings him under disciplinary investigation, during which he meets a beautiful doctor, Cheng. However, since Cheng is often called upon as an opposing witness in Pao's court cases, conflict and misunderstanding grow between the two. Susan, an aerobics instructor, has had a deep passion for Pao for a long time and this makes Mao jealous and determined to go against him.
Acting
Carol Cheng's sharp-tongued chemistry against Benz Hui's bumbling sincerity.
Writing
Witty Cantonese wordplay that survives translation surprisingly well.
Costume
Peak 1990 aerobics leotard and power suit fashion statements.
Director
Stephen Shin Kei-Yin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Stephen Shin was transitioning from TVB drama to film during Hong Kong cinema's golden era of romantic comedies.
Carol Cheng and Benz Hui were frequent co-stars; their natural antagonism here mirrors their real-life radio hosting dynamic.
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