A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Original Title:
我未許願先吹蠟燭
Genres:
Adventure | Comedy | Family
Production Countries:
Taiwan
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Little girl Jojo prays every day, hoping that her runaway father will come home. One night, a miracle happens when she finds a bag of five million casino chips. Jojo believes that these chips are the hope to repay her father’s debts. In her quest, Jojo faces a series of deceptions and rejections, leaving her exhausted and disappointed. Eventually, she sets her sights on a debt collector named Hua. Facing the pressure of a mortgage and determined to save his relationship by securing his home, Hua agrees to join forces with Jojo. As they collaborate seamlessly, winning at the gambling tables, they must confront the temptations that come with newfound wealth. Will this odd pair be able to navigate the challenges brought by desire and turn adversity into triumph?
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