Original subtitles

"Based on real people and events"

“Chung Chum-Tao, known as Ah Tao...“

"...was born in Taishan and adopted as an infant"

"Her adoptive father died under the Japanese occupation"

"Her adoptive mother sent Ah Tao..."

"...to work as a servant for the Leung family"

"She has served four generations of the family..."

"...over a span of 60 years"

Ah Tao was already with my family when I was born

At 20, I went to college in the States

At 30, I came back to Hong Kong

And since then, Ah Tao has been with me

That is, until two years ago...

How much?

HK$6 per catty

HK$6?

Pick whichever ones you like, I'll cut the price

Okay, you want ones with big heads and tails

This one is okay?

- Enough? - Yes

HK$16

What a fussy one, bruising all my stock...

She's coming!

- Sister Tao! - Good morning

Morning...

- Good morning, Sister Tao - Morning

- Sister Tao - How's business?

Fine, what do you need today?

Garlic

Okay, take your time

Muzi...Muzi...

Ignoring me, Muzi?

His wife's run off

- I'll put my coat on - No rush

And my glasses

Take your time!

Why's it so cold?

No placemat?

How long this time?

Two days

Haven't had ox-tongue in a while...

It's ages since I had ox-tongue

You want more angioplasty?

Forget about it!

You had crab today

You shouldn't eat ox-tongue

I like it stewed

(Beijing)

What's that?

Snacks for them

No, no, they're still talking

Take it away!

The reason the set's larger...

...is that it wasn't big enough!

If...

You explain it to him

Same problem, you need it to be bigger

I need space for a table and three stuntmen

Not to mention the lights! What about that?

What can I say?

What'd you expect me to say?

Of course, you all have reasons for wanting more

We have an A Team and a B Team...

Working on top of each other

How can I shoot in such a crowded corridor?

Have you ever shot a film before?

- A film! - Gentlemen...

The art department has maxed out the budget!

Films have budgets, you know that?

I made films while you were still in short pants!

I've had it!

Hey!

- Talk to him! - Director Tsui...

- Same problem, what's the point? - Please calm down

Sit down, sit down

Calm down

Please sit down, both of you

Just sit

I don't think it helps to fight like this

It won't help us to achieve...

...a good outcome

Right now, we're over budget

Maybe we can cut costs...

...in the post-production?

Or maybe I can raise the budget a little bit

Great performance!

My performance?

Awesome!

You think I was acting?

You were great!

You should be an actor for real!

I wish I didn't have to 'act'...

But how else to trick him into adding 5%?

It's not tricking...

You don't know

It's tough being a director

Shooting a film is like giving birth

The key thing is to see it through to the end

Otherwise you end up with a robot!

Okay, okay, I get it

But keep an eye on your spending, okay?

Roger...

Don't nag, okay?

- All I'm saying... - Stop going on about it!

I'm starving!

- Waiter! - Here!

- Waiter! - Here!

One moment...

What is it?

I'd like to have...

- ...tofu - Tofu

And...

- ...a portion of lamb ribs - Okay

- And the mutton - Okay

And ten wheat buns

Shit, I don't eat lamb...

Never mind, I don't like it either

When he's finished that lot...

...you and I can have sashimi together

Why not now?

Okay

But I don't eat anything raw

Just get my order, and get a move on!

And you?

What are you going to have?

Vegetables

- Is this okay? - Okay

- Hey... - What?

I want the set to be twice the size...

Come on...

Kaka, what's the matter?

Where are you taking those pretty little paws?

Ah Tao!

Ah Tao!

I forgot my keys!

Ah Tao! I forgot my keys!

Morning, Roger

- Hello, Vincent - Do sit down

Are you alright?

It's nothing

You don't look well

I'm a bit rushed today, so I'll keep it brief

Fine

You've calculated the interest wrong

There's a US$100,000 discrepancy

We went over it

The contract is very clear

The bank is supposed to charge us LIBOR rate

But you're charging us the prime rate

You can see it here

I highlighted it

See what I mean?

I'll correct it immediately

One more thing...

I know today's a public holiday in the US

But if our office in Beijing...

...doesn't get the second payment this afternoon...

...we'll have to close down the production...

...and sue the bank for all our losses

Michael...

Please call up Mr Leung's company account

Go through it in detail

And follow our agreement to the letter

I'm sorry, Roger

It's alright

No need to see me off

Gotta go, see you tonight

Hey!

I've been waiting for you all morning!

The air-con in the conference room drips

It's this way

Over there

This is my namecard

I'll let you know when I change jobs, Miss

Excuse me, I'm terribly sorry...

Where's the problem? Which air-con is it?

Excuse me...

This way...

I'm terribly sorry

How's the food here?

Good

Then why aren't you eating?

I'm full

Have an orange

You go ahead

Not right now...

I haven't eaten yet

Leave first if you're hungry

Go get some lunch

I just talked with the doctor

He'll discharge you in a couple of days

You'll have to come back for physical therapy

You'll regain up to 80% of your movement

But you'll need to watch your diet in future

Get one stroke, you get another

Don't worry

I've been thinking...

I can hire a maid, hire one...

...who speaks Chinese

So you'll have someone to talk to

What time is it in San Francisco?

Afternoon

Call your mother for me

Why?

Tell her I'm retiring

Retiring

Why?

I want to live in an old people's home

Are those places expensive?

You'd like to live in one?

Yes, how much will it cost?

Don't worry, I can pay for you

No...

I have money, I can pay

I have money

HK$5,000 for a single room

HK$4,000 for a shared room

HK$3,500 for three-to-five sharing

If her total assets are less than HK$30,000...

...we can apply for social security for her

But we don't pay commission for that

Commission?

Don't you know about that?

There are so many scams out there

In some homes...

...they do the paperwork for you...

...to claim social security payments

And they pay you HK$5OO per month

But it's just a scam

The money they give you...

...is charged back on their bills

We're not like that

We run a straight business here

Everything's out in the open

Can I see a typical monthly statement?

HK$58O per month for diapers?

That charge depends on the brand used

Also on the quantity

That one is water-tight

More expensive

That old man often needs to change his

What is "escort charge"?

- Escort charge? - Yes

The escort accompanies the old person

To medical check-ups, physical therapy...

To massage, acupuncture and so on

The charge depends on who the escort is

For illegal South Asian immigrants, it's HK$150

For Mainland Chinese, it's HK$200

For holders of HK ID cards, it's HK$250

The most expensive ones are mixed-race Chinese

They're HK$3OO

That's just a fact of Hong Kong life

It's an advantage to have a foreigner with you

Your charging structure...

...is quite complicated!

Is that all?

No...| want to know...

...if you have registered nurses, health workers...

...pharmacists, dietitians...

...occupational therapists, physiotherapists...

Okay, okay...

I'll ask my superior to explain to you

He wants to know everything!

The guy's trying to make trouble

This is my boss

"Grasshopper"?

"God of Wealth"?

Let's chat over there

Long time no see!

Right, long time no see

How ya doing?

That auntie...

She's your girlfriend?

Sorry...

You can't tell at first glance...

But her cleavage is really something

Those young chicks have nothing on her

How about you?

- How about you? - You're a big shot now

What are you working on?

Nothing much...

Well...Three Kingdoms

- Another version? There've been so many - Right

Right, another one every few years

Got a part for me in it?

You must be kidding, it's an action movie!

I could have a go, couldn't I?

It's hard work

How so?

What if you got hurt?

No insurance, no pension...

That's true, at my age...

...I wouldn't recover from a fall

So, tell me about...

This place?

Well, six or seven years ago...

...my girlfriend...

She sort of suggested...

...investing in old people's homes

So I decided to give it a go

It's seriously profitable

We've made a bundle

You know, Hong Kong's population is ageing

Demand is high, so we've opened more branches

Both sides of the harbour

Before you know it...

...we'll outnumber convenience stores!

Just tell me which area you need

It should be around here, I think

We've always lived here

Right, once you're used to a place...

...it's hard to die anywhere else

You and I are about the same age

It's not for you, is it? Are you okay?

No, not for me

Your mother?

No, it's for our maid

She's worked for us for 60 years

How old is she?

More than 70

You're so kind-hearted

Looking after your maid

It's touching to see

And meritorious!

Let's see...| can...

...give you a 20% discount

No charge for air-con or heating

And lower charges for escort service

We'll do all we can...

...to make her stay here pleasant

To be frank, she might well die here

Is that too blunt?

Hard to believe...

...she's been with us for 60 years

Are we there?

- Yes - This is it?

Ms Chung Chun-Tao!

My name is Choi, I'm the supervisor, welcome!

Watch your step

It's alright, I can manage

Take it slowly

Watch your step

Take care...

Slowly...

This is where you'll be living

Sit down

Sit over there

This way...

Would you like a wheelchair?

No...

You're doing well!

We don't have many single rooms

This is the comfiest one

Sit down

Slowly

Don't stare at me

Unpack all your belongings

We'll put nametags on everything

Including your clothes, shoes and socks

That way, your things won't get lost

These are the nametags

If you have any valuables...

...take good care of them

Or you can ask us to keep them for you

But if anything gets lost...

...we're not responsible

I don't have...

That's good

Then just unpack everything

If you need help, press that buzzer

Need any help?

No

I wish everyone was like you

Take a rest first

Dinner time!

Dinner time

Open your mouth, Ma'am

Open your mouth

Swallow, Uncle

Eat up

What's the matter with you?

What the hell?

Don't you know how to eat?

Look at you! Sloppy pig...

Headmaster, let go!

What are you doing?

Look at him!

"He who hears no counsel is a sooundrel!"

You're so messy, are you crazy?

I'm giving this to you

You're new here?

I saw you come in

None of your family was with you, right?

They're all in America

These aren't my false teeth!

Who took mine?

How can I eat?

Here, these are yours

Idiot!

What should I call you?

My name is Chung Chun-Tao

Chun-Tao?

That sounds like a maid's name

Am I offending you?

Just call me Ah Tao

Ah Tao

That sounds better!

Keep your opinions to yourself!

Never mind him

Let's eat

You like our dishes?

I want to go home...

No family here...

I want to go home...

I want to go home now...

I'm leaving, you know? Leaving...

I want to go home...

Alright...

I'll take you home

- Going home... - Yes, you are

Come on...

I'll carry your luggage for you

I'll go with you

I'll see you home

Slowly, now...

Going home...

Go home...go home

Ah Tao!

What are you doing? Stop that!

Let the cleaners do it!

Is this place alright?

Fine

- Used to it now? - Yes

Just stop that!

Don't, let me do it

Come on, let me

Come on...

Don't...

Tell me if you need anything

I'll bring it for you

I don't need anything

Are you sure?

Shower gel? Tissues?

A change of pyjamas?

Better to have two pairs

Yes, alright...

Okay, I'll bring them next time

You're so busy...

When will next time be?

Probably next week

Stop that

Leaveit

When you next come...

...bring some fermented tofu

With Chilli

You don't like the food here?

I haven't had tofu in quite a while

If you haven't had it, you don't need it!

Not good for your health anyway

Maybe I should get you a cell phone

Then you could call me if you needed anything

No

Don't waste your money

I can't use one anyway

I could teach you

No...

I can always ask the nurse to call you

I guess so

You don't need to worry about me

Do you remember when your grandma had a stroke?

You remember?

You've forgotten already

You were away

She had a stroke...

...and then got better

She was much better...

Then she had another

I'm much better off here

People take care of me

Your son?

No

I thought not, he doesn't look like her

God-son?

Yes

Ah Tao, you're very lucky...

...to have your god-son visit you

1, 2, 3...1, 2, 3, 4, 5...

1, 2, twist...

Stand on the spot and twist...

1, 2...

1, 2, 3, 4, 5...

1, 2, 3, 4...1, 2...

You're not getting it...come on...

You take a break

Auntie Kam, come on...

Let me take the lead...

You're so...

So...

Hey, newcomer!

Come on, let me show you how

I...you go to hell!

I can hardly move!

Then you should exercise more!

Don't be too stubborn at your age!

Follow my example, I have many interests

I swim, I learn English...

And I dance...

You need interests, or you die!

I'm right, aren't I?

Right?

Uncle Kin, stop this tomfoolery

What? I'm just communicating!

Come, sit down

My name is Mui

They call me Mui Gu

This is my mother

Hello

Just call me Ah Tao

Tao...

Have some sweet soup

No thank you, I can't take sweet things

I see

It's nice of you to come here...

...to see your mother

That's not it

I'm here to see her

I have regular dialysis

They have a machine here, it's more convenient

I'm old...

Too old to take care of her

I had a stroke

I told you...

...not to give the flat to your son

You wouldn't listen

Now he's dumped you here...

...and never even visits you!

You're our mother

We agreed to go halves on your expenses here

I've paid my share

I can't force him to pay his

Tell Ms Choi here to ask him for the money!

So much for your precious son!

It's his answering machine again

Don't worry...

You can settle the account here later

You walk ahead

I can wait

- Tired?

We can sit for a while

Sit? Alright

How many times do I have to tell you...

...not to talk to them like that?

Why would they listen if you talk like that?

How can we get the permit we need...

What?

Approved?

It's been signed?

Okay, okay, I'm sorry

I was wrong

Fine, fine...

I'll check my schedule and see when I can come

Okay, bye

Any seats?

Sit anywhere

Granny, you can sit here

- Thank you - You're welcome

Thank you

Thanks

- You're welcome - Thanks

Can you clear the table?

Ready to order?

What kinds of fish do you have?

Garoupa, sea bass, butter fish

Any sea bream?

Garoupa, sea bass, butter fish

Which would you like?

Garoupa

And some steamed vegetable

No oil, no salt and no soy sauce

So, nothing at all on it?

- That's right - Okay

- Hey! - Yes?

One bowl of steamed rice

One lunch set between the two of you?

So?

Okay

- Your fish - Thank you

You go ahead

You're not eating?

No, I'm not hungry

I have a meeting later

You know how much we eat at those meetings

Come on...

Here, let me do it

I wonder how Kaka's doing at Mrs Chan's place?

I'm sure she's fine

Better than if she stayed with me

I can't even take care of myself

Here...

Thanks

Thanks

How is it?

The fish is not bad...

But the sauce is too salty

Next time we'll bring your own soy sauce!

You were always so fussy,

you spoiled the rest of us

Bro, the taxi outside is about to be ticketed

Do I look like a taxi driver?

Aren't you?

I fix air conditioners

Ms Choi, these grapes are nice

- Are they sweet? - Here...

I don't want it either

I haven't won a single game

Just wait...

The "4"?

Your turn

You can have this

Uncle Ha!

- Don't fall asleep! - It's your turn

Which tile to play?

I'm sleepy

I want a nap, I'll stop playing

Uncle Ha!

What the hell?

What shall we do?

My wife says she's picking up our son

Then we'll drive to Scotland for the vacation

Well, you fancy joining us?

No...

My daughter wants to go to Japan

Maybe we can juggle the schedules...

Anyone want ice?

I do

Okay

What is that?

Something dark, looks good...

Ah Tao made that just before her stroke

It's ox-tongue

Good, it's ready to eat

- It's edible... - Better if it was reheated

Hey!

You should serve it cold

Can't you wait?

Defrost it

Can't be done...

We don't have a microwave

Never mind, just warm it on low heat slowly

Let's get started

We should finish the game first

Okay

- Had enough? - Come on

Enough? Then...

Okay, slice it...

- Shall I slice it? - Go ahead

You're better at it

Of course, when it comes to food...

You're the expert

- Let me do it - You're messing it up

- Don't rush... - Let me do it

- Try it - What a struggle!

Watch out or I'll cut your arm off!

Hey, let me get a look-in!

That's my slice!

- That one? - Perfect!

Great! Tasty, not too salty...

It should be sliced thinner

What's happening?

Mahjong!

Off dancing again, Uncle Kin?

No, to Shenzhen

I hear that in the Futian district...

...they have a matchmaking agency for old people!

Are you sure, Uncle Kin?

Just RMB1OO to buy a hope!

Come with me, Auntie Kam

Let's go together

How about you, Ah Tao?

The "2"...

That's yours

No, yours

Okay, let's race for it

- Okay - Ready

1,2, 3!

I didn't even get to "3"!

Well, we'll let you have it...

...for being the one in our class...

...who brought us those great dishes from Ah Tao

Remember...

how we came here after practice?

Tao always cooked for us

We always left full to bursting!

She always dressed the same way

Black pants, white top...pretty cute

Those pants were too short

Fancied her, did you?

She looked pretty good

Aren't you off to Shenzhen?

It can wait

Ah Tao, your god-son on the phone

Hello?

"Once there was a fatty"

"Went to worship with a catty..."

"...of pork, his ass it itches"

"Dies with his side in stitches"

"One for water, two for skin"

"Three for the thirst that'll do you in"

"Four for the pimples blotching your face"

"Five for liquor, six for death"

"Seven are monkeys, eight are their tails"

"Nine for the hospital with no bed"

"Ten for the car-crash which busts your head"

"And Miss Hong Kong kisses you off!"

Know who we are?

Roger's old classmates!

You have to list our names!

Who was it who broke my bowl?

Wow, you still remember that?

And the one who peeled chestnuts for me...

Is Hengzi there?

What a memory!

Is Ah Chun there?

Ah Chun, say something!

Ah Tao, miss you...

...your stuffed duck dish!

Not to mention...

Your taro cake, your steamed crab...

Your marinated chicken...

And, most of all, your beef brisket

Ah Tao!

Shall we all come and visit you?

No need!

Just tidy the place when you finish eating

Don't worry, I'll do it

Ah Tao...

I'm off to Mainland China tonight

I'll visit you when I get back

Okay, take care, no need if you're busy

Hello? Hello?

She hung up

- Just like that? - Yeah

Breathe in...

Okay, now push...s|ow|y...a bit harder...

That's very good

Just a bit higher...

Right, that's good

Fine, now let it down slowly

Very good!

Alright? Now, one more time...

Try to keep your back straight k

You've made real progress!

Today, let's do it one extra time

Concentrate!

Good, keep hold of the rail

Stand properly

Stay balanced

Clasp your hands together

Clasp them, very good

Hold them up in front of your chest...

Now, push them outwards!

Stretch!

Very good! Now, laugh out loud!

Very good!

Okay, grab the rail again...

I'm much better now

We can take the minibus

The minibus

Let's take the minibus!

Ah Tao, button's off

Can you sew back, please?

Oh...

Please...

Wait a moment...

I'll do it later

Ah Bill, Sit down!

Sit down first

Come on, sit down

Ms Choi...

Good morning!

Where's Ah Tao?

She's been expecting you

I'll fetch her

Ah Tao

Your god-son's here

Let me just sew her button first

Okay, alright...

Let me

It's done

Ms Choi...

I won't be back for dinner

Okay, Ah Tao won't be back for dinner!

Hello! Good morning

Hello! Morning morning.

Why's she frowning like that?

Ah Tao, long time no see!

Good morning

Who's that?

From Block 80

Come in...

What are you doing here?

Why are you back here?

She knew you were coming

I gave her the keys, she let herself in

Clever cat, you can open the door!

See? My slippers are still here!

Don't run off!

Stop! You want to go?

You want to go somewhere?

We must get you a new servant

Hey, come here!

Come and sit here!

Come on

What is it?

Bamboo leaves, pearl barley...

Four bowls simmered down to two

Have one now...

And take the other back with you

Well...

It's as thick as a paste!

Like porridge!

Critical, as ever!

You need one box or two?

Two

Two

- Where? - Here

Can't get parts for it now

So?

Throw it away

No...

Just put it here, it's an antique!

Keep it...now give me a hand

Open that cupboard

I'll do it...watch out...

You stay there

I bought that when Jason was born

And you want to keep it?

Of course!

Leave it there

What about the rest of it?

I'll hang on to them

What about these?

Those”.

Keeping them?

For now, yes

You have quite a collection!

I do

See this?

What is it?

A five-dollar bill, the first money I earned

The first?

- Five dollars? - Yes

So little?

It was quite a lot back then

Five dollars could buy an apartment!

Are you sure?

This old school uniform needs a wash...

You kept my old movie magazines!

Yes

You know, Dad wouldn't let us read them

Right, so I had to buy them

I won lots of prizes in their competitions

Soap,

- ballpoint pens... - Look...

Lux soap!

Have you hoarded many bars?

Only this one

Smells good

Yes, it does

I carried you in this sling

You used to cry so much

I carried you on my back in this every evening

That stopped you crying

You wouldn't stay in the house

These photos...

It's a good chest

It's kept them in good condition

See how you looked back then

See?

Look at your eyes!

How old were you then?

Well...

- I think... - Never mind, forget it

Come on, be good

You can do what you like here

But when you're staying somewhere else...

...behave yourself!

You always did listen to me

Don't be annoying

Let's go

Let's go

I'll tell you right now...

I won't do dirty or dangerous work

No window-cleaning, no toilet-cleaning...

And I won't touch men's underwear

I won't serve more than one client

And when you entertain guests...

...I don't wash all the dishes afterwards

I had an office job in Central

If the company hadn't closed down...

...I wouldn't have retrained as a domestic help

How would you cook rice?

In an electric rice-cooker of course, Granny!

Better to use a clay pot, Miss

Do you know where to buy live fish?

Especially live yellow croakers?

My master only eats fresh steamed sea fish

When he's home, make him slow-boiled soups

And every second day...

...cook abalone or sea cucumber

Your 'master' must be quite something!

I think you should look elsewhere...

...and stop wasting my time!

Picking a wife for Roger?

Ah Tao, how much is your god-son offering?

I wouldn't mind working for him part-time

Thinking of getting married?

Ma told me you had lots of guys chasing you

A greengrocer

A fish-stall owner, A haberdasher,

they all had their own businesses

- No - Why not?

- No - Why not?

Well?

They all smelt fishy

Even the haberdasher?

Fishy!

Fishy!

You had a crush on my dad!

No way!

Nonsense!

Why don't you get married?

I like one of them...

She got a PhD at 24

What's wrong with her?

No

She's a good one

You don't like her eye sockets?

Fishy!

Nonsense!

There's another one who's tall and very pretty...

Looks like a model

She is a model now

- Really? - Yes

She's with Aaron Kwok

- Really? - Yes

- Nonsense - It's true

You!

You're just too picky!

Too stuck-up!

You...

I hear Uncle Kin is chasing you?

Nonsense!

Uncle Kin is...not that bad

No

You're just too picky!

No

Why not?

Disgusting!

In what way?

Don't mind me

I was just passing

I have some fresh egg tarts

No thanks, have them yourself

You're always doing things for me

Let me treat you once

Come on, they're delicious

- Come on... - Okay then...

Have them while they're hot

You should have them yourself!

I can't, I have diabetes

I need some money for my medicine

That reminds me, lend me HK$3OO

Your god-son is always giving you money

HK$300?

Well, HK$500 would be even better

I don't have that much

HK$300, then

HK$3OO

I'm leaving the egg tarts here

There's so much pollution in Hong Kong

If Ah Tao were still with us...

...she'd make soothing fruit Iinctus for our throats

Wouldn't she?

You're busy every day

And now you're looking after Ah Tao too

Do you get enough rest?

All you can do is nod?

Let me...

No

Alright, I'll fetch...

Ah Tao, sit down

Roger, you get a vase

In there

Ah Tao, I brought you some birds' nests

The small one's in syrup

For you to eat now

The other one isn't seasoned yet

Put it in the fridge

You can add sugar or salt, as you like

I'm so happy that you've come to see me!

There's no need to bring me things too!

Ah Tao, don't be silly

We're the same age

When I was in hospital that time...

...you brought everything and looked after me

That's what I should do

Come on, have it while it's hot

You even brought a bowl?

I have bowls here

How is it?

Did you add ginger?

Should I have done?

Yes, otherwise it smells fishy

I tried it, it's okay

Not fishy? Let me taste it again

Fishy!

You haven't told Ah Tao the good news yet?

Oh, I forgot to tell you!

Jason's wife will have a baby in June

Congratulations!

You'll have a great-grandson!

That's wonderful!

Congratulations!

Yes...

How are the others? Doing well?

They're all doing fine

Sharon's husband will retire next year

My health is still alright

You look great

I still drive the old folks to church on Sundays

By the way, do you often pray?

I do

Here...

This is for you

I can't accept it

Please take it

Ah Tao!

Ah Roger has spent so much on me

Please take it back

Roger should look after you

It was hard for you to help raise him

This is just some spending money

Ah Tao!

I can't...

Buy the late master a bouquet for me

I really can't...

Well, you must like these...

I asked for two extra pairs on the plane

You're always saying your feet are cold

Thank you, these are fine

Here...

It's so Iover...It's for me?

Yes, keep it for yourself

Thank you

You spent a lot

It's nothing

All these good things!

I'll come to see you again

You don't need to come if you're busy

Roger, spend more time with your Ma

I will

Remember to put the birds' nest in the fridge

We must go

Bye!

It's so tight...

It's supposed to be birds' nest

Hey, don't!

Don't block the TV!

Stop pretending

Let's eat!

Ah 83, bring some bowls!

RogeH

Turn it down a bit!

You have to make so much noise with the paper?

Roger...

I've been thinking

You should get back our flat in Sham Shui Po

Fix the place up

Then Ah Tao could live there...

...for her last few years

Before we moved to America your father always said...

...he'd like Ah Tao to live there

when she retired

Roger...

Are you listening to me?

Or are you just nodding?

Roger, did you hear what I said?

I did

There's still one sitting tenant there

But I think I can handle him

It's hot

What is it?

Tea with honey

Not like Ah Tao's, but it'll do

Okay?

Get up!

Get up!

What are you staring at?

We're taking back the flat!

You have three days to clear out!

Think they can handle it?

It's done!

RogeH

Is it done?

- Hey, is it done? - Yes!

Please count it

No need for that!

No waiting around, no cuss words

And no need for death-defying stunts!

Just tell brother here when that scumbag will go

In three days!

- Many, many thanks - You're welcome

Thanks a lot. . . Bye!

Teatime!

Your son is spending New Year in the Mainland

He won't be back this week

You'll be here alone unless you come with me

No, your brother told me on the phone...

...that he'd be here to pick me up

Please call him to check

You should go!

Go with your daughter and celebrate!

Your son is busy

You're luckier than me, you should go

- Go home - Miss Kam...

This is for you

May all your wishes come true in the New Year

The same to you!

Since your god-son is away...

...p|ease spend New Year with us

Thank you, no, I'm staying here

Wait...

- Let me get you a red packet - There's no need for that!

No, I should!

Just a moment...

How much is this?

HK$48

And this?

HK$28

HK$28?

Sounds like you have a full house!

We've just had dinner, I'm so full

So your New Year is tomorrow?

That's right

Remember to give red packets for me

I can't do that...

You can fly over and do it yourself!

I'll pay you back!

How's the New Year there?

It's quite lively here

We had sausage with chicken

And I love having...

...Kaka staying here with me

She's so happy now

You should thank the staff for allowing it

They were really nice about it

But she has to go when I get back, you know?

Ah Tao, this is Jason!

Kung Hei Fat Choi (Happy New Year)!

Kung Hei Fat Choi!

Ah Tao, this is Sharon...

I wish you good health...Take care!

To you too!

Ah Tao, this is Roger again

Do you really recognize Jason's voice?

Of course not!

She's been here longer than anyone

This home has changed hands a few times

No-one has ever come to visit her

Apparently her whole family

emigrated in the 903

And no-one has heard from them since

Who pays her fees?

The government

Stop that!

I could apply for subsidy too

You could

Why are you back now?

I'm the supervisor

I have to give my staff time off at New Year

What about your family?

Come...

Handsome feller

Gorgeous gal

Now, don't run about!

Wait for me!

The one behind us is a movie star?

Appears on ATV

You sit here

I have to greet guests

- Don't run off anywhere! - I know it.

RogeH

Look who's here!

Thanks for coming, Mr Chow

You do have 'face'!

Wonderful...

Congratulations!

Young man...

Don't smoke, you'll get lung cancer

Sorry, I don't speak Cantonese...

You...no smoke...

Smoking causes lung cancer

Oh, I get it...

What's wrong?

Is he bothering you?

No, no, he...

Hey!

Ning Hao! What are you doing back here?

Everyone's out there

Well, it's so crowded there...

What are you doing here?

Having a quick smoke!

He's a very famous director

Let me introduce her, this is my aunt

I told him you're my aunt

Hello, Auntie

RogeH

- Madame Lo - Congratulations

Great movie!

Thank you

This is my aunt

Did you drive?

My car is here, we can give you a lift

No need, thank you

We don't have far to go

Alright then, we'll be on our way

We must meet for dinner sometime

Sure, sure

- Bye. Thank you - You're welcome

She's so polite

And friendly

But terribly thin

Movie stars are quite weird

They're always trying to lose weight

Then it's a good thing you're not a star!

As the movie began...

...I saw your name in huge letters

You spotted that?

Yes!

If your father could have been here...

...he'd have been so happy to see it

Are you sure?

Of course!

You're kind to say so

Thanks for bringing me to the premiere

During the movie, I saw people standing up

I thought they were going to the washroom

But they didn't come back

They left because the movie isn't good

They didn't want to meet the director afterwards

It's not good?

That's impossible! It is good

- Really? - Good.

But I saw you doze off

My eyes were a little sore, that's all

Eyesore?

Really?

Who's in there?

What's the matter?

Someone's collapsed

Ah Tao isn't back yet?

Sign it

Don't be sad

Keep it safe

Don't be too sad, take care

You're not in very good shape

The equipment in that home isn't adequate1

Talk to your family and social worker

Maybe you can move to a better nursing home

Mary...

Bring me the catalogue of false teeth

Coming

Granny, your teeth are all loose

You'll be able to chew better with false teeth

How?

No, I don't want false teeth

How can you eat without teeth?

They cost a fortune

And I wouldn't be using them for long

Don't listen to her, order a set

- Okay - No!

- What's wrong with you? - I'm old, I'm useless

- I don't want false teeth - Why are you so upset?

I don't want them

Stop this, you need to have good teeth

You're back...

Where is she?

Mm GU?

She asked me to tell you...

The car from the nursing home came early

She couldn't wait to say goodbye to you

She said to look after yourself

She'll call you if she has time

Thank you

It's so hot...

Uncle Kin

I...I just got so confused

I lost my wallet on the street

Lend me two or three hundred

How much?

HK$3OO

Uncle, you should come more often!

Thanks for taking me out

What's the hurry?

She had a sudden fever

Then stomach pains

It's an inflammation of her bile duct

She needs immediate surgery

I'm not scared

They can do whatever they want

God will arrange things, right?

The Bible says, to everything there is a season

A time for tears and a time for laughter

A time for birth and a time for death

A time for heart surgery and bile duct dissection

- Painful? - Yes

Better to laugh than to cry, anyhow

A time for steaming melons

And a time for salted eggs

The joys in life are the fruits of our sorrows

From hardships come our best experiences

We must know hardships ourselves...

...before we know how to comfort others

Oh Lord, protect Ah Tao

Spare her unnecessary pain

I beg your indulgence...

...to grant her small wish

She wants to see the newest member of our family

My nephew

will soon bring his new son to Hong Kong

If Ah Tao isn't needed in heaven yet...

...please let her stay with us for a while longer

Thanks be to heaven

- Amen - Amen

Now we commence the first birthday ceremony...

...for Jonathan

I'll repeat what I said in Korean...

It's usual for a child of Korean ancestry...

...to have this ceremony at the age of one

Different gifts are placed on the table

We observe which one the child chooses

It's a possible indication of the child's future

This belonged to your grandmother-in-Iaw

Now I'm passing it on to you

And these little things are from me

They're for you

Group photo time!

Over here please, everyone

Ah Tao!

Ah Tao!

Look towards the camera

Alright, ready...

Look this way, please...

1...2...3!

Slowly...

- Come on, let me - Slowly...

You go first

I'll come when I've parked the car

Okay, we'll be fine

Haven't been here for a while?

- Can you manage? - Yes

Now we have the place back, you must take a look

What's so funny?

I was just remembering...

...how much Ah Tao doted on you

Ma wouldn't let us have soft drinks

80 Ah Tao would smuggle you a Coke

But not me

You're jealous?

Of course!

After all these years?

Absolutely!

But it paid off for her

You look after her so well now

She's well rewarded

I think both of us are lucky

When I had heart surgery a few years ago...

...she helped me through it

She certainly speeded up my recovery

Now she's had a stroke

And it's my turn to look after her

Wouldn't it be disastrous if we were both ill!

I think God must have a supercomputer...

Keeping everyone's destinies in order

Don't you think?

You spend quite a bit on Tao every month

Can you afford it?

No problem, I can manage

She raised me, and my son too

How about this...

You cover her expenses while she's alive

And I'll pay for her funeral...

...to show my gratitude

And how about I buy you a soft drink?

No need!

Have some water

You first...

It's for you!

You're the host here, I'm your guest

Next time I come...

...I'll expect you to buy food...

...and cook us all a good meal!

I will

Come on...

Thank you

Thank you

Tao, that fridge is an antique!

Yes

Remember the first fridge we bought?

We had watermelon together?

Yes...

Master told me to buy a watermelon...

...from the market

I kept it in the fridge...

...and we all shared it that evening

Old Madam didn't like cold food, but she tasted it

That's right...

I must tell you, Old Madam asked me...

...to have some ointment ready...

...in case she got stomach pains!

Hello, ladies and gentlemen!

We're so happy we can visit you...

...for the Mid-Autumn Festival

Today we're here with ten remedial pets

The first one is called Kaka

She's now four years old

Very lovable, but she can be quite naughty

Now, the others

I'll introduce them

This one is a poodle

Fifi

You can play with her

And DouDou, is a cat

And other one called SingSing

And Big Uncle

Big Uncle is not human, is a dog

"You're the only one in my life"

"Only you can perk me up"

"In this ever-changing world, my heart is ever yours"

"My heart goes out in songs of praise"

Great!

Cut!

May you have good health

Good health to you!

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!

This is for you

Good health to you!

I wish you health and happiness!

Hey, Roger! Is it you?

Bing!

What are you doing here?

Well...fami|y...

Really? That's great

Haven't seen you in ages...Doing well?

Fine! And you?

You want one?

No, you don't need it!

Let's have tea sometime!

Sure

Happy Mid-Autumn festival!

Why are you taking them back?

These are just props

We have to visit other homes

We'll send the moon cakes over in a few days

Got any cash?

Lend me two or three hundred

Again?

Don't think I'm a soft touch! Are you still sick?

Or just itchy?

- Kin... - You're crazy

What?

Let him do what he likes while he still can

I have some change...

I have change...Take it

How much?

HK$3OO

Again?

Alright

You're so generous...you

Ah Tao

Okay, we're off!

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!

Bye...

Stay put, please stay put!

There's another group coming!

Be good sports!

Let's try ballroom dancing!

Scared?

No

Faster?

Yes, faster!

I can't do it!

Let's take a break, okay?

Faster!

No...

Let's have a...

Are you putting on weight?

I get out of breath so quickly

Want.. have...

It's hot

I want to have roast goose

Wait...

Roast goose...

Wait...

- Look at you - I want to have roast...

Roast goose

Roast goose rice noodles

She's had two strokes and has emphysema

All her functions are failing

There's nothing we can do

Shall we just let her pass away?

Think about it and tell me

Okay

Call you later

Hello, Carmen?

Yes

I'll stick to the schedule and fly tonight

Okay

You've made your decision?

Yes

Anyone to see her one last time?

No

Then I'll reduce her prescription

Yes

I have work in the Mainland

I'll be back in a week

If...

If she passes away,

please send her to the mortuary

I'll do the paperwork when I get back

Hey, lend me HK$1OO

HK$50?

HK$30?

"Reunions and partings are equally hard"

"The listless east wind, the withered blooms"

"The silkworm spits out silk until its death"

"The candle weeps tears until it gutters out"

"The mirror in the morning reflects wispy hairs"

"The chill evening moonlight, declaiming poems"

"No road to the magic mountain..."

"The eager bluebird quests in search"

It was a blessing to have Ah Tao...

...working in our family for so many years

Thank you all for coming today

Uncle Kin

Please sit down