A Long Goodbye is a touching family drama film that explores the effects of Alzheimer's disease on an aging man and his family. The story revolves around the life of a retired school headmaster, Mr. Cheng, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Mr. Cheng is portrayed as a loving husband and father who cares deeply about his family. He notifies his wife and daughters about his illness, who initially find it hard to come to terms with the news.
Mr. Cheng's wife and daughters react differently to the news of his illness. While his eldest daughter, a successful career woman, struggles to balance her work and visiting her father, the youngest daughter is a budding writer who immortalizes her father's life in her writings. The family watches as Mr. Cheng regresses due to the disease and loses his memory. However, he still retains some memories of his past, and these memories serve as a source of comfort for him.
The film portrays the struggles of Mr. Cheng's family as they try to cope with his illness. His wife, who has been married to him for over 40 years, is heartbroken by the severity of his memory loss. She cares for him day and night and tries to create new memories with him. Meanwhile, Mr. Cheng's daughters struggle to accept their father's illness and deal with their respective lives.
A Long Goodbye shows the ups and downs of the emotional journey of Mr. Cheng's family. It is a heartfelt story that portrays the complexities of family dynamics and the power of love in times of adversity. The film highlights the importance of cherishing memories and the impact of Alzheimer's on the lives of those affected by it.