Poker King - 撲克王

Poker King (撲克王) is a 2009 film out of Hong Kong. The movie stars Louis Koo, Sean Lau, and Stephy Tang. Supporting cast include Cherrie Ying, Josie Ho, Jo Kuk, and Kama Lo. Although this movie is from Hong Kong, almost all of it takes place in Macau.

The story is about Poker! Texas Hold 'em Poker. All the rage on the sports channels in the US. Is Poker even a sport? Throwing chips and cards takes a lot of skill. Louis Koo plays Jack, the heir to a casino in Macau. Sean Lau plays Uno, the current head of the casino after Jack's father passes away. Uno brings Jack in to help him run the casino. But Jack's a computer poker king, but not very good at the table. Uno forces Jack out of the casino. Jack roams the streets of Macau and finds Smiley, played by Stephy Tang. Jack and Smiley form a partnership. Jack gets better and better. Will Jack have enough to face Uno again?

The movie was really loose. The plot was everywhere. The gals were really pretty, but the story didn't flow well. But I actually enjoyed it. It's worth a watch, but don't expect it to be good.

Single Blog - 單身部落

Single Blog (單身部落) is a 2007 film out of Hong Kong. It stars mainly Rain Li. Jo Koo, Monie Tung, and Anya do get some screen time too.

The movie tracks three roommates. Lead mainly by Rain Li as Kitty, we find out a little slice of what its like to be single. Jo Koo as Vivian as the experienced teacher of the group that can't seem to settle down or stay away from bad situations. Kitty witnesses her boyfriend cheat on her and begins into a spiral of self-destruction after the break up. Monie Tung as May swings to the other side.

The movie is a classic comedy love movie out of the Hong Kong during that time. Is it worth a watch? Considering that there are 4 pretty attractive women in the prime roles. Why not? But that's all your staying around for.