If You Are the One 2 (2010)
非诚勿扰 2 (original title): This sequel to Xiaogang Feng's romantic comedy 'If You Are the One' continues the courtship of wealthy Qin Fin and young and lovely Xiaoxiao. To test their bond, the pair steals off to a remote villa where they try on the mantel of wedded bliss. (6.1)
Director: Xiaogang Feng
Writers: Xiaogang Feng, Shuo Wang
Stars: Honglei Sun, Ge You, Shu Qi
Language: Mandarin (w/ English subtitles)
The original was funny; I got most of the jokes even through the translation. This was not all that funny and when it tried to have a serious conversation, I just couldn't sympathize with the characters. The lead guy (Qin Fen) turned into a rich jerk. I think, I understand the use of the ultra luxurious settings and super-rich lifestyles, but that makes the characters so distant from us regular Joes. I just can't relate to them. Shu Qi's character (and her acting) is beautiful in her simplicity, but then all that partying and drinking just takes away from the connection with the audience, IMHO. Even the other main story of a dying friend ... can't empathize with him, his ex wife, the daughter, ... none of them. Perhaps, the dialog is better in original Mandarin. Speaking of which, the poem (daughter to father) seems to be quite good, but again, the translation leaves something on the table. Yeah, good to see how the super rich live, but other than that, meh! My Rating: 6.0
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