Days of Being Wild (re-release)

The story begins in 1960 Hong Kong, introducing Yuddy, a charming playboy. His flirtatious nature leads him to a connection with Li-zhen, though he is not ready for a serious relationship.

Li-zhen finds herself heartbroken after realizing Yuddy's intentions do not align with her feelings. This prompts her to leave and seek new adventures.

In a bid to escape his heartache, Yuddy throws himself into a relationship with Mimi, a lively cabaret dancer. However, this relationship complicates his life even further as his friend Zeb also has feelings for her.

Yuddy's adoptive mother, Rebecca, a former prostitute, reveals the truth about his adoption. Their relationship becomes strained as Yuddy disapproves of her choice in younger partners.

Rebecca reveals that Yuddy's birth mother lives in the Philippines, intensifying his desire to learn about his origins. This revelation sets Yuddy on a quest to find her.

After her heartbreak, Li-zhen confides in Tide, a local policeman with dreams of becoming a sailor. Their conversations about failed romances create a bond, though it never fully blossoms into romance.

Tide chooses to work as a policeman to support his mother but dreams of sailing. His conversations with Li-zhen reveal their mutual longing for something more in life.

Yuddy decides to travel to the Philippines to find his birth mother, leaving Mimi unaware of his plans. Zeb, still enamored with Mimi, sells Yuddy's car to help girls in their endeavors.

Upon arriving in the Philippines, Yuddy searches for his birth mother but faces rejection as she refuses to meet him. This drives Yuddy deeper into despair and confusion about his identity.

In a twist of fate, Tide encounters Yuddy, who is intoxicated and vulnerable on the street. Tide helps him to his hotel without realizing Yuddy's true identity.

A confrontation arises at the train station when Yuddy attempts to pay for an American passport, leading to a violent altercation. Tide intervenes, and together they escape by train.

While on the train, Tide encourages Yuddy to reflect on his time with Li-zhen. He suggests that Yuddy keep certain memories to himself if he ever sees her again, indicating the complexity of their relationship.

In a devastating twist, Tide discovers that Yuddy has been fatally shot while he was away. The loss marks a crucial turning point in the story, emphasizing the weight of Yuddy's choices.

Meanwhile, Mimi arrives in the Philippines, determined to find Yuddy amidst the uncertainty. Her journey symbolizes the theme of loyalty and the challenges of unrequited love.

The film concludes with a sense of unresolved tension as Li-zhen tidies her ticket stall, and a phone rings in a booth. This final shot encapsulates the uncertainty of their futures.