Long Life, Happiness and Prosperity (2002)

In Long Life, Happiness and Prosperity, the vibrancy of childhood ambition collides with the harsh realities of adult life, painting a vivid tableau of unique characters each grappling with their own destinies. At the heart of this cinematic tapestry is Mindy Ho, a tenacious twelve-year-old with a penchant for Taoist magic and an unyielding resolve to rescue her beleaguered single mother from the life's relentless grind. Mindy's world comprises an ensemble of richly drawn characters including her mother, portrayed by Sandra Oh, a divorced woman striving to balance her demanding job and raising her spirited daughter. Mindy, in an endearing mix of naivety and determination, sets her sights on conjuring up a new beau for her mother using ancient Chinese magic. As her enchantments spiral into a series of haphazard events, the resulting chaos is both hilariously comical and heartwarmingly poignant. Among the unwitting victims of Mindy's magical mayhem are an aging security guard who finds his job on the line and a local butcher who unexpectedly hits the lottery jackpot. As Mindy's spells inadvertently force each man to confront their deepest fears, their lives are irrevocably changed. However, whether it's the result of her enchantments, her formidable will, or the enigmatic whims of destiny, one thing is certain - her mother’s monotonous life is about to receive a splash of color. Long Life, Happiness and Prosperity is a delightful exploration of fate, fear, and the power of a child's unwavering belief, that artfully merges humor and warmth into a captivating tale of life's unpredictable magic.

Long Life, Happiness and Prosperity is a comedy movie featuring Valerie Tian.

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