Sara
2014 · 1h 35m · Drama
Skip it—this sounds like it's reaching for profound themes about redemption and trauma, but the plot feels like a checklist of drama clichés (disgraced journalist, exotic locale, rescuing a vulnerable person) without a clear vision tying them together. Without critical backing or a recognizable name behind it, there's not enough reason to spend your night on what could easily be heavy-handed and forgettable.
Plot
Journalist Sara has just spent four months completing an in-depth investigation piece. Her editor-in-chief, afraid of offending powerful politicians and business moguls, refuses to run it. Sara’s boyfriend, who works for the same magazine, chooses not to warn her and even sides with the editor-in-chief. In just one moment, Sara is turned off by her work, her love relationship, and even about life.At this low point in her life, Sara exiles herself to Chiang Mai, Thailand. One evening, while at a bar, Sara meets child prostitute Dok-My. During her time getting to know Dok-My and through the process of rescuing her, Sara becomes haunted by the memories of her own past…
Director: Herman Yau
Cast: Charlene Choi Chuek-Yin, Simon Yam, Ryan Lau Chun-Kong, Sunadcha Tadrabiab, Paulyn Sun
