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A Simple Life
A wealthy film executive reconnects with the nanny who raised him, in a touching drama from the great humanist of the Hong Kong New Wave, Ann Hui.
Director: Ann Hui On-Wah
Overview
Ah Tao has worked as a servant for the Leung family since her teenage years, finally coming to care for film production accountant Roger (Andy Lau - Infernal Affairs, House of Flying Daggers). After Ah Tao has a stroke and is hospitalised, Roger finds himself catering for her needs and comes to realise how much she means to him.
A captivating and light-heartedly funny film from the great humanist of the Hong Kong New Wave, Ann Hui.
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