Happy Times
“An hilarious look at life and the pursuit of happiness!”
DramaComedy
Zhao is an ageing bachelor, who has not been fortunate in love. Believing that he has finally met the female of his dreams, Zhao makes her believe that he is opulent and consents to a lavish wedding.
VIBE
A poignant, darkly funny look at a man chasing happiness against impossible odds. It's a story that feels both deeply specific and universally resonant, with moments of profound sadness punctuated by unexpected warmth.
wrymelancholichopefulbittersweetsteadysocial realismcharacter-drivendark comedydreamssocial mobilityfamilydeception
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