L for Love, L for Lies

In the bustling streets of contemporary Hong Kong, fresh graduate Ah Bo dreams of turning her hard‑won pastry skills into a stable future. Partnering with her long‑time boyfriend Ah Jun, the two pour their hopes into a modest sweets shop, believing that a secure business will lay the groundwork for marriage. Their daily routine is a blend of hopeful ambition and the ordinary challenges of young adulthood, set against a backdrop of vibrant markets, crowded subways, and the ever‑present hum of city life.

When Kei Kei, a charismatic former classmate from Taiwan, reappears, the reunion awakens dormant feelings and subtle competition. Her easy charm and admiration for Ah Jun introduce a fragile tension that threatens the couple’s carefully constructed plans, prompting Ah Bo to confront what she truly wants from love and loyalty. At the same time, Ah‑Man, Ah Bo’s lively phone‑friend, navigates her own tangled relationship with Fung, whose carefree attitude masks deeper insecurities, providing a reflective parallel to the central romance.

The film weaves a contemporary romantic drama that balances light‑hearted moments with bittersweet introspection. Its tone is intimate yet lively, capturing the push‑and‑pull of youthful aspirations and the quiet lies we tell ourselves to protect cherished bonds. Through warm cinematography and a soundtrack that echoes the city’s rhythm, the story invites viewers to contemplate how love can both simplify and complicate life, leaving the characters poised on the edge of decisions that could redefine their futures.

Last Updated: December 03, 2025 at 23:32