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I Do!

I Do! (1983)

Apr 21, 1983 1h 38m Horror Drama Romance Comedy

I DO! is a trilogy which centres on the ups and downs of romantic love. New Year's Eve revolves around Zhang Guo Zhu, an unfaithful husband who has revenge taken on him by Jenny Tseng in a most devious way. Please, Please Me is a comedy starring Kenny Bee and newcomer Yu Jia Xi as a cohabiting couple, who try hard to adhere to the rule that they can talk about love, but never about the responsibility of marriage. I Do, the main segment, has Alan Tang in a horror tale.

Directed by Hilda Chan

Cast

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Jenny Tseng
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Jenny Tseng

as (segment "New Year's Eve")

Chang Kuo-Chu
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Chang Kuo-Chu

as (segment "New Year's Eve")

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Charlie Cho Cha-Lee

as (segment "New Year's Eve")

Kenny Bee
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Kenny Bee

as (segment "Please, Please Me")

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Yue Ga-Hei

as (segment "Please, Please Me")

Roy Chiao
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Roy Chiao

as (segment "Please, Please Me")

Alan Tang
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Alan Tang

as (segment "I Do!")

Goo Ga-Lau
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Goo Ga-Lau

as (segment "I Do!")

Helena Law Lan
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Helena Law Lan

as

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Gigo Lee Ji-Hang

as Ah Wai (segment "I Do!")

Crew

Director
  • Hilda Chan
  • Annette Sam Yuet-Ming
  • Angela Mak
Producer
  • Rover Tang

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Drama/Romance/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. I Do! presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Hilda Chan brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1983, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of I Do! took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 98 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 143 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 79 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.

Historical Context

  • In 1983, when this film was released:
  • Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
  • Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
  • Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: April 21, 1983
  • Runtime: 1h 38m

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