The movie "The Judge (Cantonese)" is directed by Johnnie To, written by Shao Liqiong, starring actors such as Stephen Chow and Anita Mui, It is a Hong Kong nonsensical comedy film. The background of the story is set in the Qing Dynasty, and it mainly tells the story of lawyer Song Shijie reversing the case of a wronged widow Yang Xiuzhen.
Song Shijie was a well-known litigator at that time. He dared to criticize official corruption and used wise The mind helps people sue for justice. However, he was unavoidably protected by officials and had accepted bribes for personal gain. Therefore, although he earned a lot of money, he could not raise his more than ten sons.
In order not to die, his wife forced him to close the door and seal the pen, no longer The Yamen handles the case. Although he considered it over and over again, he finally decided to accept his wife's suggestion. But at this time, he met Yang Xiuzhen, a widow who was burdened with a strange injustice through the ages. Faced with Yang Xiuzhen's grievances, Song Shijie had to come back out of the rivers and lakes again, and use his ability to help her avenge her grievances.
"Death Judge (Cantonese)" combines comedy elements and historical background, Taking the Qing Dynasty as the background, it shows the dark and corrupt era of officialdom. Stephen Chow and Anita Mui's excellent performances add a lot to the film, and their tacit understanding and nonsensical comedy are even more hilarious.
Through the story of Song Shijie overturning the widow’s case, the film presents the ideal of wisdom and justice. strength. Although Song Shijie made mistakes, he was able to recognize his mistakes, and bravely stood up at critical moments to get justice for the victims of grievances. This kind of plot reflecting the complexity of human nature makes the film more colorful.