Original subtitles

Hurry up! Let's go inside

Okay

Dance!

Sing!

Dance!

Sing!

Dance!

Sing!

Dance!

Sing!

The moon isn't always this bright

Nor all wild flowers this fragrant

Things have changed

We can also sing and dance

Sing and dance! Dance and sing!

Life is meant for enjoyment

Sing when you are lonely

Songs can gladden your heart

Songs can dispel sorrow

No matter how sad you are

Tears are bitter-sweet

Everyone has their heart's desire

May all wishes be fulfilled

It's all old-fashioned

Thanks

Nu, I need to talk to you

I got it

You want me to leave. Right?

No, I didn't mean it

I mean your show...

I know. It's old-fashioned

Don't look down on people

The Nu Tianqi style and technique...

is famous and popular all over the world

I know

But if we depend solely on you,

it's not enough

Zhu, you shouldn't dis...

Disrespect me. Master

You shouldn't disrespect me. I will make you pay

No, I'm not disrespecting you

We've been friends for years

I'm giving you an advise

Besides your talent,

you have a God-given gift;

Why didn't you let them give a performance?

Gift? What gift?

The gift!

They're pretty and vivid. The audience loves it

Right, master

The three sisters long to go on-stage

Bullshit! I've principles

Girls should stay away from the stage

It's late. Where have you been?

We were at the cinema...

and are on the way back home

It's dangerous on the road. I'll see you home

Thanks

Time waits for no one

I feel exhausted walking upstairs

Aging is a quite a setback in this business

It's getting harder and harder to make a living

Right

But you're fortunate, master

You've 3 good daughters waiting for you at home

They're what we have now

See you tomorrow, master

I'm home

I'm home

Dad must be back

What should we do?

Where have you been?

We watched a movie

Master is angry

What should we do?

You pretend to have a stomach problem

I...

We're home. Sorry it's so late

We went to the market

2nd sister didn't feel well on the road

I'm still feeling bad now

Tell me the family rules set by your mom

Tell me

Don't lie

So... where have you been?

Where?

You better tell me the truth

I won't blame you

We watched a movie

Movie?

It's a musical

Singing and dancing. It's great

We love it very much

Bullshit!

Musicals are shit!

They're the worst kind, you know

Didn't I tell you that you're watching no movie?

Why don't you listen to me?

It's because we want to go on-stage

On-stage? Bullshit!

I told you many times

It's very hard to be an artiste

Your mom & I've had enough of this shit

I tell you one more time now

You're not allowed to be an artiste forever

Peilin, are you writing a song?

You're hard-working

Being an assistant wouldn't get you anywhere

I want to be a composer

3 of you will sing this song on the stage

It'll be a big hit

It's a great song

Where's the master?

He's giving us a tough lesson

He's sleeping now

Dad is just unreasonable

Why is he so stubborn?

It's because he doesn't want you to go...

through all the hardness he has seen

We couldn't do it

We inherited the zest of art

... from him

Hope I can be on-stage one day

I'll dance

I'll sing

Okay. If you really want to do it,

I'll help you

Really?

What can you do?

This is what master is most afraid of

This?

Master, you're late

I went to different places...

to get the Taiwan trip confirmed

I'm leaving soon

1, 2...1, 2

What are you doing?

I've too much energy

I need to get rid of it

I envy you

I'm exhausted and too lazy to move a finger

Master, you better take some medicine

You'll have energy after taking it

1, 2...1, 2

What's this?

What's the name of this medicine?

I couldn't even open my eyelids

That's why you should take this medicine

If an old man takes it,

he'll re-gain the energy of a middle-aged man

Then give me some

This is what I save for myself

Give me some

Okay. If you really want to do it...

You take that much?

Yes, I do

You gulp all of them

How is it? Does it work?

It tastes like shit

What the hell is this? It only gives me hiccups

No need to ask. Here is it

This ?

Yes

You mean... this?

I recall it now

Snake is what scares you most, right?

Whenever I see it, I feel scary

Peilin, the medicine you gave me is...

Right. It's made of the snake

A python was put ...

in a boiling pot

for 3 days and nights

This python couldn't stand the heat

... and struggled inside the pot

The python couldn't stand the heat...

and struggled inside the pot

Come out now!

Dad, you...

Don't worry. He'll live

Dad

Manager Zhu

What's the matter?

He passed out after taking a python potion

I've an idea

Keep the shoes on his head

We need to do the show now. What should we do?

Don't worry

We've his daughters here

You mean they'll go on-stage?

I guarantee that their performance...

will be much better than their dad's

Great. Hurry up

Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce

... the fabulous 3 sisters

Their debut performance

Let's welcome the 3 sisters

We all have dreams

However dreams can be of different colours

Yellow, blue, or black and white

The most beautiful dream is in pink

Last night I dreamt of the...

Spinster Maid and Cowboy meeting at the bridge

A rainbow forming up in the background

It was pink in color

What a beautiful dream!

A dream in pink!

Last night I dreamt of...

a sex maniac chasing after me to the bridge

The water is flowing fast under the bridge

The flow seemed pink in color

What a horrible dream!

A dream in pink!

The new song & dance ensemble, is it ?

Are you okay?

I've a stomachache

Pretty good dance. Where do they come from?

Last night I dreamt that...

my bald lover disappears for a while

but suddenly shows up in front of me

Gee, he's dressed in pink !

What a sweet dream!

A dream in pink!

Bloody damn ! Who asked them to dance?

They made it up for you. No need to feel angry

You...

What a beautiful dream!

What a horrible dream!

Dream...dream...dream

Life is just a dream

Don't waste their talents

It's a set-up

I'll get even with them

I wish I could live in a pink dream forever

Hurry up...

Where are they going?

Get out!

You useless shit!

Who asked you to perform here?

You passed out, so we...

I didn't pass out

You set me up with Peilin

You're not my daughters. Get lost

Don't be angry, okay?

They've no respect

That little brat Peilin !

I'll kill him

Nu, I'll take care of girls

They just need some training and they'll be stars

What do you think?

Thanks, Manager

We really hope to perform

We've been waiting for this chance

Look! They really want to do it

They'll earn money for you

You don't have to work anymore

What do you mean?

You don't need me anymore?

I didn't mean that

I mean...

No need to explain

I'm going through a bad phase

But I'll fight on

You don't need me now

I won't stick around here

The market isn't good. Don't play a tough guy

I'm telling you

You're the most shameless man

... in this world

I met Xiao this morning

He like, pleaded me to work for him in Taiwan

I've already promised him

I won't work for you anymore

What are you standing here for?

A girl exposing her thighs in public

Isn't it shameful ? Get out now

I quit now

Dad looks angry

We really hurt his ego

But we didn't meant to do it

Right. Try to think of an idea...

or you'll be taken away by him

I must tell dad

The performance is my life

We want to perform on stage

Right

Sister, do you dare to say this to dad?

Sure, I have to tell him

It's dad

What should we do?

Dad is back

He said he'd kill me

Dad

Dad

Say it now

Dad, I...

What's the matter?

I'm sorry

Well, as long as you realise your mistake

I've words for you

Me too

We're leaving for Taiwan tomorrow

Pack up your stuff now

You may not get used to a new place

But if you find a good husband,

you can get married

You may find a job as well

But you aren't allowed to go on-stage

Dad, performing is my life

We must go on-stage

So we're not going with you tomorrow

Dad, please promise us

Bullshit!

Your apologies mean nothing

You don't know what I have planned

You hear that? When I say no, it means NO

As a matter of fact you don't know OUR plans

What?

You don't know what we want

Say that again

You're a stubborn man

Say it again

Sister...

Dad, please

It's a great chance for us

We've been waiting for it for a long time

Please...

I don't wish to argue with you

If you don't take me as your father,

... you may stay here

and do whatever you like

It's up to you

Otherwise, you come with me to Taiwan

I'm leaving tomorrow

You've a whole night to sort it out

Mother

Mother

Mother

I dreamt of you last night

I've sorrows to tell you

I've been missing you

You're the only one who'd understand

We miss you

Why can't we see you again ?!

Oh, mother !

Dad is still unreasonable

He always keeps losing his temper

We're grown up now

Mother, please help us

Well ?

I dreamt of my mom

Me too. Since dad said he take us to Taiwan,

I dream of her every night

Strange ! I had a dream

Mom is dancing with us

I'm not going with dad

Me too

But he has had everything prepared

Would he go alone?

Baihong

What's the matter, dad?

The boat is about to leave. Are you ready?

Dad

We've changed our mind

We're not coming along

You simply can't say this now

All preparations were made

How can you refuse now ?

Mom said that we may stay

In the dream she said that we could go on-stage

Bullshit!

Okay. It's up to you

The mother of my kids

How disobedient they're!

You're the only one staying with me now

No matter where we're

... please stay with me

I'll see you in heaven soon

Mr Xiao asked me to move the luggage

Come in

These?

Right

What about those?

None of your concern

You're not my daughters now

I'm leaving

Master...

Dad...

Dad...

Master, listen to me

Dad, please...

Master...

Dad, don't go

I'm not your dad

Master, listen to me

Go

Dad...

Master, don't go

Dad, wait

We'll have to go too

I'm going too

Sisters, let me go alone

You're elder sisters and you dance better than me

You'll be stars in the future

What about you?

Guess, dad has spoilt me the most

I should take care of him

I'm the youngest one too

I still have time

No way

It doesn't matter

No need having all 3 of us to sacrifice for dad

... but you guys must work hard

to make up for my absence

You must become a star

Ziyin... take care

Sisters, goodbye

Take care of dad for us

Take good care of the master

The color is pink

What a beautiful dream!

What a beautiful dream in pink!

Dream...dream...dream

Life is just a dream

I wish I could live in a pink dream forever

There's not much audience

It's raining

It was the same yesterday

Hmm. If it goes on like this,

I feel sorry for dad and Ziyin

It's really bad

Sorry! We didn't do well enough

No... You're talented

but not sexy enough

The audience feels fed up quickly

It's not easy to become sexy in a short time

Simple. I've an idea

Fast and easy

What is it?

Strip

Are you asking them to be strippers?

Yes

No way

We won't do it

Your dad is right

It's not easy to make a living in this business

Think about it carefully

What should we do?

If we don't strip, we'll get fired

But I couldn't take my clothes off

... in front of the people

I won't do it

I think we should leave this place

I need to go to the Crown Cinema

Crown Cinema? You've connections there?

Yes

My best classmate works as a director there

Director?

Jiang Xiliang. Director Jiang

I got this letter from him

He'd finished his study in Japan

... and worked for Crown Cinema

He's going to make a good musical in Hong Kong

He asked me to

... help him

It like a dream performing in a musical

It'd just be great !

Peilin, let's go now

It's my own business

You want to dump us...

and join the crew by yourself?

I couldn't ask for a job

... for 3 of us at the same time

I never expected you'd be so selfish

Do you have any feeling?

Do you like Qianpin?

You're so mean to the people you like

I won't talk to you anymore

I got it

I'll go with you, okay?

Yes

Super star

I'm looking for Director Jiang

Director Jiang?

He's my friend

Which Jiang?

Jiang Xiliang. Director Jiang

Do you know him?

Never heard before

Okay?

Two of you, come here now

Which one is your friend?

I haven't seen him for 10 years

It must be him. He looks like a director

It's a love story

The lovers' lips slowly moving close

You close your eyes, waiting...

Your ears are hearing your own heartbeat

What are you laughing at?

Your explanation is funny

It's not funny at all

He isn't that old

He wouldn't be sporting a moustache at this age !

Well, when one becomes famous he certainly can

Go ask him

Do it seriously; make it convincing

Shooting now

Move back

Camera ready ... what's the matter?

Are you...?

I'm Director Qian

What's all the running around during a shot ?

Assistant Director?

He's busy with the shooting schedule

Kick them out for me

No...

Is there a director called Jiang?

I don't know

Sorry, director

Where are you going?

I'm going to book the studios

Get ready

Camera

Sorry

Xiliang

Peilin, it's you ! How are you?

Long time no see... how have you been ?

I've received your letter already

Thanks

It's not easy to become a director

It takes at least 3 to 4 years

I thought after you'd studied in Japan

You'd already be a director

How may I help you ?

Well...

Are you shooting a musical?

Yes, after I become the director

It's not easy to shoot a musical

... even if you're a director

How come?

Artistes who sing and dance well are too few

My husband used to be an actor

I'll try my best to help

... young people like you

To make your dreams come true

It takes big investment to shoot a musical

It's not easy

I'm going to quit my current job

Why?

Isn't it good to perform in clubs?

You'll be performing on screen soon

The point is that I couldn't wait

They were asked to strip

Strip?

The boss said that we're not good enough

He asked me to do... sort of a strip-show

I won't do it

Please find me a job in the studio

I may play even an extra

Please...I will do anything

Okay. These two pretty girls ...

had unpleasant experience

I'll help you

Great. That's my pal

However...

I'm still learning here,

and I'm saving money for my musical

That's fine

Can I join it?

Yes

We want to join too

Let's rent a godown

You may move there right away

Okay

Thanks

We'll move here tomorrow

Great

We'll try to help you out

Great

He's here

You little kid

What are you doing here?

I heard you're with 2 pretty girls

I'm here to see if it's true

They're really pretty

Let me introduce

He's my classmate, Huang Peilin

This is Nu Baihong, and Nu Qiangpin

Hello

They joined our group

Really?

Nice to meet you

A pleasure

Introduce yourself in the old way

Okay

I'm Zhu Min, a Music Assistant

copying the song book- Do, re, mi

I aspire to become a composer

But I'm only moving instruments now

I'm Meili, a continuity girl

I must always stick around the set

I fall in love everyday

but still I don't have a steady lover

I'm Li Xiong

I'm good at martial art

I'm a stuntman

Fighting is my line of work

But I like dancing the most

Every star wants to be shot nice in the movie

I'm the one who will please them

But my ballet dancing

... is modern and new

Good...

My name is He Yuyi

My dancing sleeves are flying

But my innermost desire...

the modern dance has conquered me

I'm Zhou Qin

I want to become a singer but in vain

At present I'm just acting as a ' Double '

I'm very good on the horse back

The height isn't a problem for me

Camera...

The Nu Sisters sing and dance well

I want to get some extra work for them

Please kindly help them

Okay

I need to talk to you guys

I want them to join us in our House of Dreams

What do you think?

Of course they can

If you want to join our group,

consider half of your dream realised

Come, let's show them the House of Dreams

Okay

We're friends living in poverty

We're walking around the street

We don't fear rain or the wind

We've dreams to realise

We're friends living in poverty

We've no worry to wander around

Though hunger is always our problem

Freedom is most important

Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow

Tomorrow...there's always a tomorrow

Seize this day

Seize the chance

To fight for your dreams

We're friends living in poverty

Hand in hand

Singing our hearts out

The success is ahead

Our house is here

There're rats running around

The spider web is decoration

Stray dogs are often our uncalled-for guests

Our food items are cheap

Water is like wine for us

We're living in poverty

But we're fighting for our future

Tomorrow...

Tomorrow...there's always a tomorrow

Seize the day

Seize the chance

To fight for your dreams

We've the script ready

We've the dance arranged

When the time comes,

we'll succeed

Director Jiang is going to make a musical

He promised to give us roles as the main cast

Qinpin and I are very excited

I believe very soon...

I'll have more exciting news to give you

They're doing good, dad

The bandits are coming up on both sides

You get rid of them and jump on the crane

The armed bandit jumped on the crane too

Ready?

Yes

Let's shoot

Pay attention to You's acting

Camera...

Where are you running to?

Chase

Cut. Okay

Double. Come on

Okay

Try your best

Nowhere to run

and you jump into the sea

Sea?

Lift up your spirit when you jump

It's too high

That's why we need a double

It's very cold too

Will you jump or not?

I'll jump

Jump

Would I need some acting?

Act? No need. Just jump

Come on... Put her up

Be careful

Camera...

Jump...

Come on

Jump...

Come on, jump

What the hell!

Baihong, be brave

Xiliang, you're always good to him

Camera...

Jump...

Jump

Just jump

Sister, just jump

Push me

Sister

Baihong

Sister, how are you?

Are you okay?

Ridiculous

Jump yourself. Do it again

Are you okay?

Did Ziyin send us a letter?

Read it for me now

Listen

How's your life at the studio?

I heard your musical is going to begin

I feel like I'm in the project as well

Dad still always minds the 'face' stuff

When I read your letters

He pretends not to hear it

But he still cares about you guys

Please write back soon

What should we do?

We couldn't tell them

we're doing ' double ' for the cast

... and jumping into sea

I caught a cold

Then write as it is

Our opportunity is finally here

Since the cast was sick, I played the double

The director thought I'm even better than the cast

Relax, it isn't a big issue

We need to keep our face too, right !

It's decided now

we'll be the main cast for the next movie

It's a musical of course

When the movie is released,

... we'll invite dad and you

to come back and watch the movie

Great

I need some tea

How do I do it?

-Hurry up -Dad

Dad

Put it here

Put it here. Hurry up

Be careful

He slipped

Dad, are you alright?

It's okay... I just lost balance

Master Nu, how are your eyes?

My eyes are good

You couldn't cheat me

How could you perform on-stage like this?

Dad, let's see the doctor

Rubbish ! I'm alright

Look...

Don't move

Brighter there

Okay

Director, it's all ready

Let's shoot it

It has to look like you're killing everyone

Stuntman, is there a problem ?

No problem

You need to chop everyone of them

Okay

All you extras there, listen up good

When he gets to you,

you need to react properly

Did you all follow ?

Does it look fine?

Camera...

It's itchy

Cut. Why don't you fall down?

Both of you again

He's using a fake blade

Doesn't hurt a bit

Jerk, can we use a real blade?

You mess it up again

Camera here. Starting from them

Hack them hard

Camera...

Cut

What the hell are you doing?

You can't be killed

How could I finish this movie?

Director, they...

Assistant Director

Yes

They're out of my set forever

A 20 minute break

What did you do?

I'm sorry

Sorry. This is the first time we shoot an action movie

It doesn't matter

Are you protecting them again?

It's because they're my...

team members

I heard they sing and dance well

You tell everyone about this

Am I right?

I did the same thing for you too

I wish you'd be a director soon

Thanks

Will they come for tonight's party?

Yes. They've your invitation

Come with them then

Okay

Sister, please lend me two sets of formal party wear

They need something to wear for tonight's party

Them?

Yes

Come on

Take a look yourself

and tell me which one you like

It's very good

During the shooting this morning,

that freak really chopped me

Welcome, Xiliang

Please come in

Okay

Here you are !

How are you?

Hi everyone

This is the assistant director who studies musicals

Mr. Jiang Xiliang

His companions

Let me introduce

This is Miss Nu Baihong

This is Miss Nu Qinping

I support Xiliang. I'll be the main cast

... in the musical he's going to make

You don't sing and dance

So I've prepared a double for you

You're quite considerate

Xiliang, let's have a dance

Okay

Why are you living in the worn-out godown?

I've a vacant room in my house

Would you like to move in?

If I do so,

there'll be another entertainment news

So what? A star needs exposure

I believe you'll be a director

I'll recommend you to the boss

Will you move in?

I'm the chairman of our team

Before I finish the musical

I won't leave the godown

I think we can't afford leaving her

No...

Don't lie to me

Your clothes are very nice

These ladies are good at dancing and singing

We want them to dance and sing for us, right?

Yes, please...

Please...

Let's sing ' The Yellow Muffler'

I put on a yellow muffler

It makes me feel beautiful and young

It's wrapped around my neck

It raises my body heat

My blood feels like boiling

I feel energetic

A yellow muffler

is a symbol of the youth

I put on a yellow muffler

It makes my love grow

It wraps around my neck

It enlivens the mood

The muffler is like a butterfly

It simply can't let go of the flower

The yellow muffler

This isn't so good

You ask them to dance and do this at the same time

Aren't they the double?

How could they be the main cast?

Yes, on the sets

We're all equal when we leave the set

Right?

Then why are they in my costume?

I wore these clothes

... in my last movie

They probably borrowed them from the wardrobe

Anyway...

a double can only wear other's clothes

Don't cry

Miss You, this is too much

Baihong...

What a jerk !

Baihong...

Qinping, I didn't know she's so mean !

She had a plan for it

She insulted me on purpose

You love Xiliang, so she tries to attack my sister

... because Xiliang loves my sister

You... don't talk nonsense

I've got to go

Qinping, I didn't know she's a selfish person

You're bad

She's right. I love you

Do you love me?

I... love you

But it's useless

You're living in the dark

We don't have any hope

No, don't give up

I can't help it !

Our dream is shattered

I don't know what I should do !

I hope I wouldn't fall apart

You need confidence and power

This is the right of the youth

Listen, we've tomorrow

The future is approaching us

It's coming closer towards us each day

You hear that?

The foot steps of tomorrow

I don't

I don't hear anything at all

No, don't give up your hope

Listen till you hear it

Listen to the footsteps

Listen to the melody and tempo

I hear it...

I hear it...

Let's dance. We'll dance and listen

Tomorrow. Everyday we've hopes for a tomorrow

Seize it

Seize the chance

Try your best to seize it

We're friends living in poverty

Hands in hands

Singing out our sorrow

The success is ahead

We're friends living in poverty

We're walking around the street

We've no fear of the rain and wind

There are dreams to be realized

Tomorrow...there's always a tomorrow

Seize it

Seize the chance

Try your best to seize it

We're friends living in poverty

Hands in hands

Singing out our sorrow

The success is ahead

I took dad to a local clinic

His back problem isn't serious

but his sight is getting worse

If he doesn't receive special treatment...

He might go blind

But he insists to do shows everyday

When we went to the hospital,

the doctor said it's too late

It couldn't be cured

He had cataract

It's a serious problem

His eyes can only sense brightness now

He can't even see my face !

We've nearly spent all our savings

It really bothers me

Dad likes playing a tough guy

I want you, sisters

writing letters to dad to ask him back

What should we do?

Shit! What should we do?

We should bring them back here

Right, but...

Dad is so strong-willed

He wouldn't come back like this

We must find a very good excuse

Let's tell him...

there's a special facility to deal with Cataract

Good idea

But...

there's a problem

What?

We lied to him

About what?

I told we're super stars now

and living in a luxurious hotel

Master

Dad

Ziyin

Sisters

Dad, Qinping and Baihong are here

Master

It's Peilin's voice...

Qinping, Baihong...

Hurry up! There!

Master

Dad

Ziyin

Dad...

Master, how are you?

Dad...

How are you guys?

Good

Sisters

Ziyin

Baihong, Qinping, I'm at fault

I shouldn't have been like a kid

It made you suffer

Will you forgive me?

Dad

Dad, don't say this

Don't cry

You're super stars now

It'd be so embarrassing if someone see this

Don't cry

Master, long time no see !

Peilin, I missed you very much

The lousy guitar you play

I always dream of you

Let me introduce

This is my best friend Jiang Xiliang

Uncle

Director Jiang

How are you?

Director Jiang, I'm Nu Tianqi

Thanks for taking care of my daughters

Thank you very much

My pleasure

Please take care of them

Not at all

I'm the youngest sister, Ziyin. How are you?

Hello

You're very young

I thought the directors are all hot-tempered

You're very young

I am not able to see well

I really wish

I could see you with my eyes

Oh, yes

Bring me to the doctor now

I think we better first go back to the godown...

No... apartment. Let's have some chat first

I've no time to chat

I want to have my eyes cured now

I want to see my daughters

Come on, go now

Dad, the doctor is busy now

I'm not sure if he'd be available

We forgot to make an appointment with the doctor

I know there's a doctor nearby

But he has a strange temper

We've no choice

Bring master there first

Okay. Go

Here we are

Dad

I'm a doctor not for charity

... but for money instead

Whether you'll get well or not

It depends on how much you pay

Well...

What does it mean?

What a shit place it is !

What do you say?

Nothing

Master, let's go

Dad, let's go

Is anyone here?

No one

Strange

Are you doctor Fong?

We've a patient here

Did you see the sign outside?

Yes

Good. Come in

Miss Bai, we've a patient here

Master, let's go

Don't let the business go by

You can't see anything at all ?

Yes

Close the curtain

When did it all start ?

My eyesight began to get worse

It happened about 2 years back

I can't see anything half a month ago

What's the matter?

Ziyin, don't be mad at me

Let me tell you the fact

I said we're super stars now

It's not true

I guessed it right

You did?

I didn't feel right the moment I arrived

And we said we found a good doctor in Hong Kong

It's not true as well

What?

All I said are lies

We're just some trivial, minor

... background extras

I see

I never did expect things would go that smooth

We lied to save our faces

We made a promise when we parted

I'd feel bad telling him the truth

I wanted to tell you the truth

But I just couldn't muster enough courage

Will you explain it to dad later?

I can't

Though dad didn't admit that he's wrong

... he's really happy

about your success

He softened down a bit after he lost his sight

He always thought of the time

... when you became stars

He's happy thinking of this

This is his last hope

I can't bear to break his dream

If the doctor isn't able to cure,

it'll be terrible

He won't cure dad's eyesight

What actually makes dad feel comfortable...

is your success

His dream is broken once he's back to Hong Kong

I can't bear to tell him the truth

Pull up the curtain

How is it?

You can't have your sight back

I knew it

That is, if you had consulted a lousy doctor

But I'm a good one. I can make it

Are you confident enough ?

I'll perform an operation ...

and restore your eyesight

Really?

Good news

It can be cured ?

Really?

Are you sure?

He has serious Cataract

If I handle the operation, it'll probably be cured

Dad

Master

Dad

But I charge a very high fee

You did see my sign at the door

If you can bring his sight back

Money isn't a problem

I may ask people to donate money for me

Donation is a good idea

... but it's not proper

since you're super stars

Super stars?

My daughters are the Crown Cinema's stars

Are you movie stars?

How much does it cost?

If you're stars, it'll be more expensive

5 thousand dollars

5 thousand ?

All inclusive

If you fail...

You may have the money back

I lied to dad that we're living in a apartment

What should we do?

We've no choice

We will be dead if he can see

It's because he can't see there's this much trouble

Is this a hotel ?

It's our home

What is it?

Come on. Do something

What can I do?

Such a beautiful place !

Beautiful?

What a big apartment!

What a classy and traditional place!

It's really to my liking

This house is nice

There're many flowers too

Great. I like flowers

What a big door!

Dad's sight won't get well in a few days

Please keep on lying to him

When he gets his sight back,

I'll apologize to him

Qinping, Baihong...

What are you doing?

Help me inside

Dad...

Okay

Downstairs is a big living room

There're stairs here

Yes

Stairs

Jiang's room is at the back of the living room

Is he living here too?

Yes. We're making a musical

It saves us time living in the same place

Great

It's a pain in the ass

I'm sorry. I involved you in it

The lies aren't important

You must heal master's eyes first

How can we get 5 thousand dollars?

We can't do anything without money

We may borrow

We may have the money back if the doctor fails

The lousy doctor couldn't heal his eyes

We may have the money soon

Then why let Mr. Nu suffer from the operation?

It's possible that he'll be healed

He dared to guarantee it

I think he's quite confident

Maybe he's a good doctor

He will know everything if his sight is back

And we can't have the money back

We'll be in deep shit

What should we do?

Let's think of the money later

But the operation should be done now

Right?

Yes

Money isn't the problem

Do you have the money?

Go to the pawn shop with your watch

I did it already

Thank you, guys

I'm really happy

Master will go to the shooting tomorrow

You said you're movie stars

They've to be the main cast then

It's terrible !

Okay...

Be careful

Okay...

How does the studio look like?

Beautiful. Giant sets on both sides

Actors in costume passing by

Directors and stars strolling around

and chatting with the sisters

Good morning

Good morning

Good morning, John

Assistant Director

Good morning

Good morning

Good morning

What are you doing here?

Do a good job

Are you out of your mind?

They're coming

Good morning, uncle

Be careful

Director...

Good morning, director

Good morning

Baihong, Qinping, go get changed

Dad, take a seat

Uncle, take a seat

Peilin, you go too

Uncle, please have some tea

Thanks

This story is called ' Love of the Mermaid '

A mermaid falls in love with a young fisherman

Great. It's good

Baihong is the Mermaid, Qinping the villager

Peilin the young fisherman

Great

The camera is right in front of you

The lights are set in a row

... with colorful filters

The set is the scene of sea under the moonlight

Baihong is sitting on a big rock

Ready?

Yes

Camera ready

Lighting ready

Audio ready

We're taking shot 6 of scene 83

Well...

Let's shoot it

Baihong, you're the queen of the sea

Everyone kneel down to you in the sea

but you're tired of this kind of life

What we're shooting is ...

you long for love, kind of lonely and desperate

Ready

Quiet ! Shooting begins

Camera

The sea is vast and blue

Reflection are on the surface

People are living happily

... in the human world

All of them have good companions

It made my mind run wild

My lover hand in hand

My love simmers like fire

Parting is painful

The sorrow covers the ocean

Don't let go

I need you to be with me forever

Love is like a battlefield

You may calm yourself down

I'll be the winner

Our hearts will merge as one

Great

Baihong, Qinping, you did a good job

Baihong, Qinping, where are you?

Dad

Uncle

Dad

You're quite good at it

I've never been so happy

You must have practiced a lot

Great

Baihong

Where's she going?

She's going to remove the make-up

Master, it's what the young folk do

Get changed, get hair done

They're busy even after work

What the hell are you doing?

The camera wasn't loaded

The set wasn't decorated too

Are you taking a movie?

What the hell is this?

This is the dialogue

The actors are reading from the script

Master, let's go first

Let's go

Hat, glasses

Xiliang, what the hell are you doing?

Master, let's go

The dialogue and acting is no good

You should practice more

We're looking into the rehearsal

Don't mess around here

Don't lie to me

I know everything

The old man is blind

You lied that Baihong is the star

Right? I'll tell him the truth

Wait, You Meng

The sisters just wish to make their dad happy

That's the reason

I'd appreciate if you don't blow their cover

... for the time being

I won't do it

... on one condition

You move to my house

You should make plan for your future

You want to be a great director

... or a poor assistant director?

Okay, I'll move to your place

Good

Let's live together happily

But I've a condition as well

Lend me 5 thousand dollars

I need to pay my debt

and I'll move to your place

It's cheap to buy you with 5 thousand dollars

Come over to my house later

I'll have the money ready. I'll wait for you

Where's dad?

He's probably tired. He fell asleep quickly

He looked very happy in the studios

Zhou Qin is looking for the eldest sister

Xiliang, where are you going?

He says he'll move out from here

Why?

Oh, just...

I need a quiet place

... to write a new musical

Xiliang is moving to You Meng's house

I'll be back after I finish

Here's 5 thousand dollars

Take it for the operation charges

I've found her...

Baihong is watching the night scene in the park alone

Xiliang, Baihong loves you

You should have stayed with her

Right

Please give the money to her

and tell her that

I'll be back after I finish the script

If you don't come back,

she'd be so miserable

Go now

Go

Go now

Go

Baihong

Xiliang

Why are you here?

Everyone is looking for you

I feel restless in my heart

I thought I could hear the footsteps of tomorrow

Did you?

Yes. I've my confidence back

I'm waiting for the chance

I'm still young

I may have many many tomorrows

I got you, I'm not scared

I got a bunch of good friends too

Here's the operation fee

I borrowed it from the studio

Thank you, Xiliang

Where are you going?

I'm moving to You Meng's house

Why?

I need to write a script

You won't leave me and your friends. Right?

No, I won't

I always feel proud of you guys

Baihong, trust me

Xiliang, I'll go to the godown to pick you up

Let's go

I don't need a double anymore

I'll do it myself

Xiliang, you drive

Xiliang said he'll come back

He asked me to trust and wait for him

This yellow muffler is the proof

Xiliang will come back

Doesn't he love you very much?

He give me money for the operation

Will the money be...

Right. It's borrowed from You Meng

It's because he loves you too much

He sacrificed himself

Xiliang

Trust him. Wait for him

We need confidence, hard work and patience

Peilin, don't pace back and forth

Stop! It gets on my nerves

It's been an hour

How's it going?

How's my dad?

Isn't back from the operation yet

Doctor Fong, how's my dad?

I never fail my operation

Are my dad's eyes cured?

Don't worry

Take the bandage off 2 weeks later

2 weeks

2 weeks again

Tick...tick...tick

Time waits for no one

It is like the footsteps of a demon

I worry about it every moment

I hope you may reach the destination soon

I hope dad's eyes will get well soon

No

I hope the time can stay

Mom...

Mom, forgive me

I didn't mean to lie

I just wanted to make dad happy

Forgive me

Sister, wake up

What's the matter?

I had a bad dream

The Christmas is coming

Yeah, why the worry !

Xiliang isn't here. Everyone is depressed

We're like a snake without the head

We can't hear the footstep of tomorrow

Xiliang will come back

You need to believe him

I believe him. I just worry about dad

I mean, if he'll get well

It's a big trouble if he gets well

To dispel the sorrowful mood,

we've collected a small amount for this party

Right?

Right

If the Santa clause appears, it'll be nice

Jingle bells, Jingle bells

The Christmas is here again

The kids hang up their socks, waiting for presents

Jingle bells, Jingle bells

The bells keep on ringing

The sledge is hurrying away to the human world

Xiliang

Xiliang

I'll be with you forever

From now on,

the yellow muffler is our emblem

I put on a yellow muffler

It makes me beautiful and young

It wraps around my neck

It pumps up my body heat

My blood feels like boiling

I feel energetic

A yellow muffler

is the sign of the youth

I put on a yellow muffler

It makes my love grow

The yellow muffler

It's a sign of love

Guys, the musical I'm writing

... is titled the Yellow muffler

It's a story about all of us

The 3 sisters entering the movie business

One of them is a good daughter, one hard-working

They become stars finally

Of course the main cast includes

Baihong, Qinping, Ziyin and all of you

If the studio approves the script,

Crown Cinema will have its first musical

Great

Who are you?

I'm Ding Xiaohua. I like dancing and singing too

I thought we couldn't make

... a musical in Hong Kong

Seeing you guys, I start having confidence

Please let me join you, can I?

Of course you can

Do you sing and dance?

I'm a modern Hong Kong lady

I'm busy everyday

All the while & everywhere I hang around in jeans

The men feel scared when I'm around

I'm just so energetic !

Singing and dancing may burn my energy

Sing and dance

I wish everyone to be rapturous

Sing along, Dance away

I wish luck to all the lovers

Good

From now on, you're one of us

I'm just overwhelmed

Three cheers for... ' The Yellow Muffler '

Bravo!

Welcome

Open your eyes slowly

Well ? Do you see me?

Look at me

Can you see me?

Look at me

Look at me ...

I don't see anything

Baihong, Qinping, Ziyin

Where are you?

Dad...

It's me, Ziyin

master, I...

I'm here

Dad, don't you see anything?

Can you really not see anything ?

Yeah... I can't see a thing

Impossible. You all move back

I don't. I can't see a thing

Open the curtain

You've been deceived !

He didn't have the confidence

He's cheating you for the money

He's cheating you for the money

He just made me suffer

What? You're insulting me

What insult ?

He cheated us for 5 thousand dollars

He didn't have the technique at all

You're a swindler

A swindler?

You're a bloody fraud

Peilin

Master

Get the 5 thousand back

Let's go

There

Dad

Master

Go

Master

Uncle

Go

Get the 5 thousand back

Be careful

I'll walk myself. It doesn't matter

I'm back today, trying hard

... to look at the classy building

I'm really disappointed

I'm back

How is it?

Don't feel sad for me

I'm prepared for the worst

I feel released after all of this

I'm used to being a blind man

Look at me

Did I trip while coming in?

I can manage to go upstairs myself

I use... utilize my inner strength to see

Look

The building is very classy

If you've the heart,

you won't be blind

Don't worry for me

Xiliang, you've wasted your efforts

President

This isn't right. It needs amendment

Yes

President, you asked for me?

I read this script

It's a good script

Thanks

If the old man's eyes

can regain sight again

It'll be excellent

You think about it

Then you may start the shooting

Really?

This is your debut

I'll ask Qian to be the co-director

... to help you along

With me,

you don't have to worry

The main cast includes You Meng

This is a true story

We've the actual 3 sisters

They sing and dance well. Please give them a chance

Really?

Miss You doesn't know dancing

I supported this script...

and introduced you to director Chang

How dare you kick me out of the cast?

President, this script is very special

If new artistes are cast...

we can't guarantee the returns

It's true

Here's the money you borrowed me

Thanks

President, the story is based on

... factual characterization of 3 sisters

I don't have confidence if they don't play themselves

I mean, if you insist on casting You Meng,

... then I quit

You're shameless

I'll blow your cover off

Shit!

Shit!

It's hard to persuade the boss to make this movie

But Xiliang quits now

Why?

The studio wants You to be main cast

Xiliang insisted using 3 of you

Finally he had to quit

It's a very good chance for Xiliang

Yes

I'll talk to Xiliang

Xiliang, they told me already

You had to quit because of me

I'm very glad

It's not only because of you

They didn't know the theme of the movie

... and they were unreasonable

But if you didn't shoot it,

you'd let everyone down

I don't mind playing the double

It's a very good chance for you

You told me to trust and wait

I'm telling you now

This chance of faith and patience...

shouldn't be given up easily

Xiliang, for the sake of friends

and the movie,

you must accept the directors job

Look! The arc-lights eagerly await us

Baihong

Work on the dance scene, okay?

Lovers are singing in the rain

Okay

There is continuous wind and a drizzle

A single umbrella can't shelter them both

They walk shoulder to shoulder

What a romantic scene!

The wind and rain wet their clothes

but never put out their fire of love

They throw off the umbrella and dance

Every rain drop touches their heart

Thanks, Baihong

I regain my courage

I won't give up. I'll do it myself

You're crying, singing and seeing them leaving

Just then it starts to rain

You dance with the rhythm

It doesn't mean anything

Why?

Not exciting enough

Can we do it this way?

The punk comes to make trouble

When I'm nearly raped

My lover comes to rescue me

That would be thrilling

Jiang, do away with the dancing and singing part

This is a musical

Change the script now

I won't shoot before the script is fixed

What do you mean?

What...

Stopped again !

I can't stand it anymore

Xiliang

I won't change a single word of the script

Of course. Why change?

Xiliang is the head of this team

You Meng didn't notify you

She left as she liked

Xiliang may shoot the script

... as he planned

Right. Your character...

should have been played by Baihong

Right

Xiliang, shoot the movie

Bring the rush copy to the boss later

Let him decide if it's good or bad

Right

Let's carry on

Let's shoot in accordance with the script

Baihong, are you okay?

Get changed

Do as we rehearsed

Get ready

Try your best

Camera

There is continuous wind and a drizzle

A single umbrella can't shelter them both

They walk shoulder to shoulder

What a romantic scene!

He did it without my permission

He did the replacement at his own will

I'm shocked after watching the rush copy

The scene I asked him to change

... he just shot as it was

The president likes my script

Your suggestion was wrong

Don't look down on me

I'm a star

Why shouldn't I make suggestion

... if I find a problem?

No one will see this kind of movie

No, the audience is more open-minded than you

What? You look down on me

You remarked I'm outdated

You're new in this field. What do you know, huh?

Let the president make the decision

If he doesn't like it,

I'll let you handle this project

Let's see the rush copy

They're all inside

Don't worry. Come with me

Raindrop...

Where is it from?

Raindrop...

The sun is still asleep

The moon is covered by the black cloud

Drops of pearl falling down from it

President, it's boring

No super star

No one will watch this movie

This little girl...

The raindrop isn't too sad

There're different scenes for different seasons

In April there is Sun and the rain

It's about a girl's heart

There's always rain in May

The heart is restless

It becomes peaceful in June

The mood is vivid and cheerful

It's really something !

Well...

When July comes,

There is continuous wind and a drizzle

A single umbrella can't shelter them both

Nice

They walk shoulder to shoulder

What's the matter?

Why is there audio missing?

This kind of dance is rubbish

They toss off the umbrella and dance

Every rain drop touches their heart

The wind and rain wet their clothes

but never put out their fire of love

They throw off the umbrella and dance

Every rain drop touches their heart

Hey... who allowed you to come here?

Get out

Get out

I'm sorry, director

They're my staff

What staff?

They broke the rules

Mr. Qian, relax

She must be punished

Okay. She's my grand daughter

She's...

This thick an ear ! It's a sign of good fortune

Grandpa, how's my dancing?

Hua, I never knew you dance so well

Great

Now we can shoot the movie

Do as it is

Jiang

Yes

Relax

Give her a hard training

Okay

President

What do you think of the rush copy?

I'm very satisfied with it

You, the character isn't suitable for you

You shoot another movie with Qian

Jiang, you shoot the movie with this script

Do as you planned

Grandpa, you're very kind

Grandpa

Attention, we're shooting the dancing scene now

The Red muffler first. Everyone get ready

Try your best

Grandpa

Ready

Camera

The muffler is flying in the air

What a beautiful picture!

Dancing and singing happily

It's a man's dream

La...

Many men wish

Many disappointed

They fight for this

But don't worry for them

It's only an episode of love

The muffler solves the problem

Relax when you're in love

follow me singing and dancing

What a wonderful world!

La...

The future is bright and good

Dance with me; sing with me

What a wonderful world!

La...

The future is bright and good

Cut!

Good

Good

Nice

Great

Attention

The artistes get changed for the blue muffler scene

How is it?

Good

Your performance is good

Did dad come?

The studio has sent a car to bring him here

Takes so long, does it ?

Yes

I went to pick up Mr. Nu

But he said he's tired. He didn't want to come

Mr. Nu

Who's calling me?

It's me

Sorry

I can't see properly

You really can't see me?

Are you doctor Fong?

I'm very sorry

I offended you last time

Please forgive me

Never mind

I failed my operation. I'm the one to be blamed

I'm here to make it up to you

No kidding !

Perhaps my sight will never be restored !

Don't make me suffer again

It won't hurt this time

It's an operation of your mind

It's an old house

Why did they say it's luxurious?

It is. Look! It's glamorous

How do you know?

My eyes can't see

But my heart can see clearly

I'm really sorry

No wonder you know I'm holding a stick

Stick? What stick?

Why are you home alone?

My eyes are blind

Where can I go?

I heard your daughters

became the stars of Crown Cinema

Maybe they're enacting a big scene at the studio

Why don't you go there?

They did request me

But my eyes are blind. I couldn't see anything

What would I do there?

The headlines of the paper today

has their pictures

Really?

Yes. Look

Crown Cinema

... explored 3 promising new stars

Where is...

Where're their photos?

Where?

Mr. Nu, you can see it, right?

No, I can't

What are you thinking? Get lost

Get lost

I'll leave

and go to the studio & inform your daughters;

That their father is a lazy bone

He pretends to be blind and depends on them

I'm leaving now

Doctor, wait

I'm sorry

Please forgive me

You indeed did a good job

I can see well after the operation

You're really great

I did it, not because...

I want to depend on them

I just want to make them happy

They made up a story to cheat me

I couldn't see at that moment

But I realized it later

They did it with good intention

I'm really impressed

I heard their dream-talk

I knew they all felt hurt within

I don't want to disclose the secret

You ruined my reputation

I knew it already

You got well after the operation

Doctor, please...

Don't tell them

Though they aren't important artistes

they work very hard for the future

They're very good to me too

I don't want to break their hearts

Doctor, please...

Mr. Nu, don't worry

I've my reputation back

Look at the newspaper

What a performance! What a talent!

The movie shot today is real

Are you going?

Yes

If I couldn't see their movie,

I live my life for nothing

Doctor, thank you very much

You dance very well

Master is here

Dad

Hi guys

Dad

He's waving his hand

Looks like he can see us

Dad

Dad, your eyes...

You should feel happy for me

Fong is a very good doctor

He did a treatment on me once again

I can see well now

Really?

Master, congratulations

I can see everything

Baihong, you've a pretty face

Dad

Qinping

Dad

A gorgeous dress, I'd say

Ziying is a tall girl now

Dad

Ziying

Uncle, congratulations

I should be congratulating you

Oh, come on !

Show your talent to the audience

I wouldn't want to be a hindrance

Go back to your work

Excuse me

Okay

Baihong, keep your dad company

Get ready for the next scene

Okay

Uncle, I'm Ding Xiaohua

How are you?

Dad, your eyes...

Wasn't your eyesight restored

...after the operation ?

No, I've just had my sight back

Right, doctor?

Kind of. My operation failed

But I succeeded in another way

Then we'd need to pay you

Dad, we can afford it now

With our salaries we can settle your fees

I intended to heal people for charity

But then the nurse can't get her pay

So she hung that sign outside the clinic

Why are you crying?

You're the daughters of a great artiste

C'mon now, no crying at work

It's not acceptable

I put on a yellow muffler

It makes me beautiful and young

It's wrapped around my neck

It pumps up my body heat

My blood feels like boiling

I feel energetic

A yellow muffler

is a symbol of the youth

I'll be right back

Honey, the girls are stars now

Like father like daughters

I put on a yellow muffler

It makes my love grow

It wraps around my neck

It boosts up the feeling of warmth

The muffler is like a butterfly

It simply can't let go of the flower

The yellow muffler

It signifies tender sentiments

The muffler is a butterfly

It can't let go of the flower

The yellow muffler...

Well, it is the symbol of Love !