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Jacky (2000)

Movie ★ 9.0 80 min

Drama

Jacky is a Chinese kid aged 25 of emigrant parents who lives in a terraced house in Eindhoven with his mother. He grew up in the vacuum between two cultures. He is intelligent but lacks the energy to steer his life in a specific direction. Jacky's calm life is disrupted when his mother urges him to marry a girl from China, following tradition, and leave the parental home. Before he realises, he is living with the young Chinese Chi-Chi in a new apartment in Amsterdam. Chi-Chi has trouble finding her feet in her new surroundings. Her mother-in-law is not keen on her and it is difficult for her to build an intimate relationship with Jacky.

Fow Pyng Hu Director Brat Ljatifi Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 24, 2000
Runtime
80 min
IMDb
tt0246710

Cast

Fow Pyng Hu Fow Pyng Hu Jacky Eveline Wu Gary Guo

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Frequently asked questions

What is Jacky about?
Jacky is a Chinese kid aged 25 of emigrant parents who lives in a terraced house in Eindhoven with his mother. He grew up in the vacuum between two cultures. He is intelligent but lacks the energy to steer his life in a specific direction. Jacky's calm life is disrupted when his mother urges him to marry a girl from China, following tradition, and leave the parental home. Before he realises, he is living with the young Chinese Chi-Chi in a new apartment in Amsterdam. Chi-Chi has trouble finding her feet in her new surroundings. Her mother-in-law is not keen on her and it is difficult for her to build an intimate relationship with Jacky.
Who directed Jacky?
Jacky was directed by Fow Pyng Hu, Brat Ljatifi.
Who stars in Jacky?
Jacky stars Fow Pyng Hu, Eveline Wu, Gary Guo.
When was Jacky released?
Jacky is a 2000 drama film.
Where can I watch Jacky?
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