source: Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong

How far would you allow your connection with one person to alter your life? I found this movie very refreshing in this day, from a long line of cheesy romance wanna be movies, this one is set apart and definitely worth the watch. I have watched it twice in one day and feeling refreshed with each watch, something about the story that sparks at realism, yeah the acting is not the best, the chemistry not that great but the movie has an undertone of something for those in relationships to really think about in regards to how they allow themselves to be accessed by other and the ultimate question of are you content in your relationship?

Indeed, even at their most digressive, the freewheeling conversations in the "Before" trilogy were always imbued with deeper tensions, of innocence vs. experience, desire vs. memory, the heart vs. the head. "It's Already Tomorrow" has a clearer narrative arc than any of those three films, yet the stakes feel comparatively featherweight. On the whole, these characters just seem like average people on an unusual date, and the film's hurried attempts to introduce real complications for them come across as a bit unearned. Ting nonetheless has a great feel for Hong Kong. Shooting almost entirely outdoors at night, she and d.p. Josh Silfen capture the city's washes of neon in crisp, warmly saturated tones, and she manages to keep the vibe intimate even when Ruby and Josh are trudging through gargantuan crowds. A two-minute Steadicam shot along the water and some deceptively simple staging on a jittery city bus both demonstrate sharp filmmaking instincts, and as long as the director's next project gives her more interesting characters with more interesting things to say, her skills could be put to great use.

Perhaps I am simply old school, but I like stories that have a beginning, a middle and an ending. This film started off well enough: a chance encounter of two Americans in Hong Kong, a night that was apparently exciting for both of them and then a revelation that ended the night on a sour note. Then a middle, where there is another chance encounter, another exciting night, another conflict and then... it ended. Two people in a cab looking at each other, longing for an answer... and the screen goes to black. It reminded me of the Lady and the Tiger exercise from elementary school. The student is told there are two doors: behind one is a maiden, behind another a tiger; you write the ending. As much as I liked the actors, the scenery and most of the movie (although I found some of the situations a bit contrived and wonder how many people would react the way these characters did given those situations) I found the ending completely unsatisfying. This was like reading a book that was missing the last forty pages.

Two foreigners in a foreign land share an attraction that leads to a beautiful night in Hong Kong. One year later these two strangers meet again and share yet another beautiful night together in the city. What I most love about the film is how Hong Kong itself becomes the third character in the film as Ruby and Josh take a long walk around the city soaking up the culture and the nightlife. The film makes Hong Kong the place to be. It's a great romantic film about relationships as well. How two people can just make the type of connection that happens in one moment but can last forever. This could have went faulty if the acting was not up to par. A lot of the movie is looking at the scenery of Hong Kong while basically watching these two go on two very successful dates that involve a lot of talking (I've become aware that the two main actors are actually a couple in real life,so that definitely helps) A romantic movie done the way I like it. Less formulated than usual and very character driven.

This is a nicely done romantic-drama with an Asian twist. The leads are well matched. She is seriously gorgeous (from every camera angle), and an actor that many will definitely be on the lookout for in the future. The third important lead in the film is the city of Hong Kong itself. For those who have never been, it gives a very good feel and look inside this bustling metropolis. It's a simple story.. one that's been told time and again. They're both with other people, and cross paths with someone to whom they both have an attraction and almost instant connection. The dialogue comes easy, time moves along at a relaxed pace, although the story lacks complexity. It happens infrequently, but here's another rom-com-drama where there's no kissing, and little touching (except for a handshake and a brief dance). Of course running into each other the second time (especially in this complex city) would be nothing short of miraculous, but without it there is no movie. At the end do they make one more stop.. they want you feeling the answer is in her final glance.

a kind of move which gives you a virtual tour of some of the local and main tourist spots of Hong Kong and a story which get you glued to your screen. The music was soothing and the performance by both the leads was phenomenal. I will not consider it a romantic movie because it was more about the relativity of their life. Both the characters who are in a relationship are trying to escape from their long time relationship while they are still trying to tell each other how happy they are in their relationship was a bit intriguing and cause of suspense towards the climax. Honesty i did't expected this type of ending to this movie. What i loved about the movie most is the location. This movie will literally take you to the tour of the Hong Kong city and beautiful depiction of the charm of the city.

First of, as an Asian girl, I am very disappointed with the main female character. She is whiny, she is supposedly an Asian woman who grew up in the west. You would expect that that would give her a mature outlook of cultural differences, specially between oriental and western. But she whines about everything in Hong Kong and can't even see the adventure of just being in another part of the world. Any creative individual would be having an inspiration * in a place like Hong Kong, so many visual stimuli and so much materials and avenue to work with. Also, FASHION!!! (which is supposedly her interest). I was also severely put off by how she acted like she lost her appetite when another couple sat beside them in the same table (a common scene in HK that I also found surprising). She could have been surprised, maybe laugh about it later, but not act like she owns the table, or the restaurant! Secondly, western (or shall I say, American) TV shows can be a discussion between inter-racial couple but this movie should have researched enough to know that not all Asian countries are their exotic stereotype. How do you think a channel like "Hits" (re-runs of old American 80's and 90's TV show favourites) have a lot of followers in Asia? Thirdly, why was she so surprise finding a knock-off of her toy??? every designer know the risk of their design being copied, especially in Hong Kong (if she works in Hong Kong, chances are that they make their toys in China! Hello, over-runs?!) The guy is a typical stereotype of supposedly laid-back American expat who tries to play it cool all the time because he has very low self esteem and wants everyone to think he is interesting and cool. And the girl tries hard to complain about anything Hong Kong (or Asian) as if to prefer the west makes her so much better than Asians who grew up in Asia. My point is, why would you set a movie in a foreign country (even include the name in the title) so that the characters can complain about it? To me, it just seems like a mediocre attempt to create a supposedly unique love story with an indie feel. The best they can do was dress it up with such "hipster" style angles, give good indie music background matched with exotic eastern scenes, but completely failed to create more intelligent and endearing characters and story plot.

I give this movie two stars because as many have already pointed out, the scenery is exquisite and makes me want to visit Hong Kong. Although it sounds dangerous. I would run the risk of running into these two and dying of boredom. The two main characters' banter is extremely awkward and wooden. It makes you realize it's probably pretty hard to write good dialogue so I have a better appreciation for filmmakers who do. These two sound like they are actually Barbie dolls and children are speaking through them. For example: Boy: what are you doing here? Girl: I actually live here now. Boy: what? You moved here? To Hong Kong? I guess in case the audience fell asleep and forgot where the movie was set in. There are some problems that I had with the movie. Mainly how painful listening to the characters talking to each other which is the main focal point of the movie. I feel like I maybe could see what they were trying to go for and the premise is promising.. but you really need great writing to hold the interest of the audience. Too bad this fell very short. It's not saying much when the saving grace of a film is looking at the natural beauty of the setting its in - nothing the filmmaker can take much credit for, other than having access to a nice camera.

This is a very sweet love letter to Hong Kong. Director Emily Ting does a great job of telling this simple, yet touching story of falling in love and the importance of timing. Stunning shots of Hong Kong (the 3rd star of the film!), and an awesome ending make Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong something special. I'm happy that I got the chance to catch Already Tomorrow in Hong Kong at the Flyway Film Festival in Wisconsin this year. Emily Ting has a lot of films under her belt as a producer, and this is her first feature as a director. I'm really looking forward to see what she does next!