The Allure of Tears

The Allure of Tears

2011 · 111 min · ★ 4.2 · Drama, Romance

The Romance film by Barbara Wong tells three touching love stories which are named the :three teardrops.” Each story portrayed by different actors explores the hidden emotions, confusion and desire of today’s young people.

Directed by Barbara Wong Chun-Chun · Written by Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui

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