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He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

1993•98 min.•

Hong Kong

★6.9(15)

Yuen scorns his father, who he thinks is too generous and forgiving. Through a flashback/time travel gimmick, Yuen meets his parents during their joyous courtship. Yuen comes to understand and admire his dad, and reflect on his own moral defects.
  • Drama
  • Comedy

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