Love is a Many Stupid Thing (2004)
A gleefully irreverent Hong Kong comedy that spoofs Infernal Affairs, mixing undercover chaos with absurdist humor and a lovesick inspector.
Love is a Many Stupid Thing - Movie Information
- Original Title: 精裝追女仔2004
- Release Year: 2004
- Directed by: Wong Jing
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama, Action, Comedy, Thriller
- Runtime: 1h 35m
- Original Language: CN
- Spoken Languages: Cantonese
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 20, 2004 (Hong Kong)
- Alternative Titles: Infernal Unfairs (HK)
- Production Countries: Hong Kong
Love is a Many Stupid Thing - Plot
Spoof of the Hong Kong Blockbuster Infernal Affairs, the film is based on a bizarre and nonsense war between the police and the triads. Lek Sir sends Keung, Yan, and Fatty undercover inside Sam's garage to get evidence of any crime Sam has committed, so Lek can win back the heart of Sam's wife Mary.
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Love is a Many Stupid Thing - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Wong Jing
Main Cast
- Eric Tsang Chi-Wai
- Natalis Chan Pak-Cheung
- Chapman To Man-Chat
- Candice Yu On-On
- Shawn Yue
- Teresa Mak Ka-Kei
- Race Wong
- Rosanne Wong
- Lam Tze-Chung
- Raymond Ho-Yin Wong
Writers
- Wong Jing
Producers
- Wong Jing
- Clarence Yip Wai-Chung
Love is a Many Stupid Thing - FAQs
What is Love is a Many Stupid Thing about?
Love is a Many Stupid Thing is a Hong Kong comedy that parodies the acclaimed thriller Infernal Affairs. It follows Inspector Lek, who sends three undercover officers into triad boss Sam's garage to dig up criminal evidence — all so Lek can win back the heart of Sam's wife, Mary. Absurdist humor and genre spoofing are front and center.
Is Love is a Many Stupid Thing a parody of Infernal Affairs?
Yes, it's a full-on spoof of Infernal Affairs, the landmark 2002 Hong Kong crime thriller. Wong Jing takes the undercover-cop premise and turns it completely on its head, replacing tension and moral weight with slapstick chaos and absurd comedy. Fans of the original will catch plenty of knowing winks throughout.
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Who directed Love is a Many Stupid Thing?
Wong Jing directed the film and also wrote the screenplay and served as producer. A prolific Hong Kong filmmaker known for his irreverent comedies and genre mash-ups, Wong Jing is right in his element here — crafting a deliberately silly, fast-paced spoof that leans hard into absurdist humor and pop-culture references.
Who are the main cast members in this film?
The film features a lively ensemble led by Eric Tsang Chi-Wai as triad boss Sam, Natalis Chan Pak-Cheung as Inspector Nat, and Chapman To Man-Chat as Ray. Shawn Yue, Candice Yu On-On, Teresa Mak Ka-Kei, Race Wong, Rosanne Wong, Lam Tze-Chung, and Raymond Ho-Yin Wong round out the colorful cast.
What genre is Love is a Many Stupid Thing?
It blends comedy, action, drama, and thriller elements — though comedy is firmly in the driver's seat. Think of it as an action-comedy spoof with thriller trappings borrowed from Infernal Affairs. The genre mix makes it an entertaining watch for fans of Hong Kong cinema who enjoy irreverent, self-aware humor.
When and where was Love is a Many Stupid Thing released?
The film opened in Hong Kong on May 20, 2004. It was produced and released as a local Hong Kong production, timed to capitalize on the massive cultural footprint left by Infernal Affairs, which had taken Hong Kong cinema by storm just two years earlier in 2002.
What are some similar films to watch after this one?
If you enjoyed this film, you might also like One Nite in Mongkok (2004), Master Z: Ip Man Legacy (2018), Tiger Cage (1988), or The Enforcer (1995) for more Hong Kong action and crime flavors. Thick as Thieves (1999) and The Seven-Ups (1973) are also worth a look for fans of the genre.
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