A grumpy scientist's doctor prescribes sex—his wife prescribes chaos. Taiwanese family dramedy gold.
Mr. Sai, a man of science, finds his relationship with his superstitious wife growing colder over time. After his doctor recommends regular intimacy to improve his health, he faces unexpected challenges—especially when his recently released, outspoken son announces plans to run for local office. Stubborn and unyielding, Mr. Sai must confront his beliefs and adapt as he navigates the trials of his later years.
Acting
Wang Tzu-chiang's magnificent slow-boil exasperation
Writing
Sex-as-medical-prescription premise executed with delicacy
Director
Hsiu-yu Han
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The film winks at Taiwan's generational political divides, where boomers clinging to KMT-era rationalism collide with younger activists weaponizing superstition and social media alike.
Director Hsiu-yu Han reportedly developed this after observing her own father's refusal to discuss health issues—a universal silence she decided to weaponize for comedy.
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