I’ve watched the original House of 72 Tenants starring Hu Ching （胡锦） as the landlady and Lydia Sum （沈殿霞） as the Shanghainese washer lady numerous times on cable.
A 1973 production, this movie was a big hit then because it reflected the current situation (eg, corrupted Government) of Hong Kong at that time, thus striking a chord with the audience, especially those from the lower end of society.
However, you would be pleased to know that 72 Tenants of Prosperity is NOT an exact replica of the House of 72 Tenants. Directed by Eric Tsang, new elements and unexpected surprises have been added along the way.
Here are some scenes from the original film that you can expect to see in the new remake.
The 72 Tenants of Prosperity would be better if shown in Cantonese because the effects of the jokes are lost in translation.
For example, you’ll only get the “Try Your Best” joke if you watch it in Cantonese but nonetheless, it will still let you leave the theater laughing.
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How is your preparation for the Chinese New Year coming along?
over the span of several weekends so it wasn’t really a chore to us.
There is no point pushing everything off till the last minute because we still have to do it in the end and not to mention that it’s hard work having to finish off everything at one shot.
As a result, we didn’t buy a lot of festive goodies this year due to health reasons.
Therefore, go easy on those Bah Kwa and soft drinks, will you?
Afterall, health is wealth, right?
Now, what is Chinese New Year without walking through the sights, the sounds, and the smells of Chinatown? I believe it’s the only way to fully immerse oneself in the festive mood!
You can find this stall selling waxed items at the Chinatown New Year Bazaar every year without fail. They are almost like the anchor tenant!
What do you call 佛手瓜 in English?
It’s a family tradition to place a pair of Kumquats beside the pillow for good luck.
Somehow, I feel I’ve just said a dirty word.
I loved these little tigers!
I find them very adorable but didn’t buy any because I have no use for them. But still, I took a picture to serve as a momento. I even had a name for my imaginary friend – 虎儿!
Even foreign workers are queuing!
I think they were under orders from their boss to queue for the BBQ pork.
Here’s wishing everyone a Healthy and Happy New Year!
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My heart sank like the Titanic after learning that we will not be visiting anymore historical places!
How can this be happening to me? This is totally NOT the historical tour I was looking for!
As reality sets in, I began frowning all the way from Restoran Hikeng.
While we were nearing Mahkota Parade, the coach suddenly cruised past the Dutch Square and the Maritime Museum!
“Noooooooooooooooooo…” I screamed silently as they faded out of sight.
I can’t just sit by and do nothing?
After alighting the coach at Mahkota Parade, the guide told us that we have two hours to shop and we are to gather at the main entrance by that time.
My plan is this: While the group is shopping at Mahkota Parade, I shall take the time slot to visit the Christ Church instead.
All I have to do is to return to Mahkota Parade before the two hours are up and meet up with the rest of the tour group at the entrance. I informed my horrified Mum of my impromptu plan and left her in the care of her colleagues while I retraced my steps to the Dutch Square alone.
Malacca in the 16th Century came into view.
due to time constraints, I had to go off in search of the Christ Church first.
A walk further up brings me to this newly constructed watermill.
Newly constructed and it’s not working already?
utilized to the advantage of any of its rivals.
However, this portion of the wall was unearthed in 2006 during the construction of the Taming Sari Revolving Tower (another website said it was Dataran Palahwan) which prompted the authorities to start a rescue excavation.
After following the map for 30 minutes, I finally arrived at the Dutch Square!
Was this the Mousedeer that inspired Malacca its’ name?
One theory how Malacca got it’s name was that one day, Parameswara witnessed a white Mousedeer outwitting his hunting dog, sending the dog plunging into the river. He sees this as a good omen of the weak overcoming the powerful (remember how he was on the run from the Majapahit Kingdom and Siam?) therefore naming it thus.
A windmill – to commemorate the Dutch’s presence in Malacca?
I was attracted by this huge banner which was screaming for attention shamelessly.
Erm… People returned to China already and it’s still hanging there?
built by Tan Jiak Kim in 1886 in memory of his father, Tan Beng Swee.
You may or may not have heard of Tan Beng Swee but surely his father Tan Kim Seng, the Philantropist rings a bell?
The Church was constructed by the Dutch in 1741 and is recognized as the oldest functioning Protestant Church in Malaysia though it was once converted for Anglican use by the British.
I was thrilled that my wish of visiting the Christ Church was finally fulfilled but due to the lack of time, I was unable to visit St Francis Church as well as the Stadthuys.
It was time to bade farewell to the Dutch Square for I have to meet up with my Mum and the rest of the tour group at Mahkota Parade.
I found her waiting anxiously for me at the entrance who was worried sick about me and I felt remorseful for causing her distress.
Look out for my Malacca Trip Day Two Part 4: The Final Chapter!
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