Lover's Discourse is a Hong Kong drama film directed by Derek Tsang and starring music artist Juno Mak, actress Zhou Dongyu, and musician Anjaylia Chan. The film explores the complex emotions that arise from love and relationships, as well as the ways in which people deal with unrequited love, lost connections, and regret.
The film is structured around three intertwined storylines. The first focuses on the reunion of former lovers, played by Mak and Dongyu. They meet in a crowded bar and spend the night talking about their past relationship, which ended abruptly when she moved away. They both express regret over things left unsaid and undone, and wonder if there is any hope for a future together.
The second storyline follows a young laundry shop girl, played by Chan, who has a crush on a customer who comes in every week. She daydreams about romantic adventures with him, using a mannequin as a surrogate for her fantasies. Her co-workers tease her about her infatuation, but she remains hopeful that something may come of it.
The third storyline reunites Po with a childhood friend, played by Fish Liew. They reminisce about their teenage years, when they were fascinated by an older woman who lived in their building. Po reveals that he was in love with her, but never acted on his feelings. Later, Po receives a mysterious message from a stranger who claims to have information about the woman and her current whereabouts.
Throughout the film, the characters grapple with their feelings of love and loss, and struggle to find meaning in their relationships. The film is set against the backdrop of Hong Kong's bustling cityscape, emphasizing the isolation and anonymity that can come with urban living. The fragmented structure of the film reflects the fractured nature of modern relationships, as well as the ways in which people can become disconnected from their own emotions.
