Overview
When schoolboy Wang Bao discovers a magical gourd that can instantly grant his every wish, the awkward child suddenly becomes a hero amongst his curious classmates. When the gourd proves more of a burden than a blessing and the boy decides to get rid of it, he quickly discovers that's easier said than done.
MovieMagicScore Overview
Auto-generatedDirected by Frankie Chung and John Chu Ka-Yan, this 2007 family fantasy follows a schoolboy who discovers a magical gourd that instantly grants his every wish, briefly turning the awkward kid into a hero among his classmates. When the gourd's gifts prove more curse than blessing, getting rid of it becomes far harder than expected. Blending gentle drama with whimsical fantasy, it offers a playful lesson about effort, honesty, and earning success the real way. The tone is bright and kid-friendly, aimed at younger audiences and families. With a MagicMovieScore of 7.3, it makes a charming, lighthearted pick for all-ages viewing.
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Top Cast
Chen Pei-Si
Bao Hu Lu
Zhu Qilong
Wang Bao
Zheng Jiahao
Yang Shuan
Guo Kaimin
Father
He Qing
Mother
Meng Qian
Grandmother
Gigi Leung Wing-Kei
Miss Liu
Sean Lau Ching-Wan
Magic Gourd (voice)
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Movie Info
Release Date
June 29, 2007
Runtime
1h 24m
Rating
G
Genres
Drama, Family, Fantasy
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