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A Simple Life

020121h 58mAnn Hui
IMDb 7.5 · Rotten Tomatoes 94% · Metacritic 78

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After suffering a stroke, an altruistic maid announces that she wants to quit her job and move into an old people's home.

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Simple Life (2012) about?

After suffering a stroke, an altruistic maid announces that she wants to quit her job and move into an old people's home.

Who stars in A Simple Life?

A Simple Life stars Andy Lau (Roger Leung), Deanie Ip (Ah Tao), Qin Hailu (Ms. Choi), Wang Fuli (Roger's Mother), Paul Chun Pui (Uncle Kin). The film was directed by Ann Hui.

How long is A Simple Life?

A Simple Life has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2012. It is rated 0.

Is A Simple Life worth watching?

A Simple Life holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 94. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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