5 Lessons in Happiness: Little Man (2020)

Other name: Little Man;Five Lessons in Happiness: Little Man

Description:

"5 Lessons in Happiness: Little Man" centers on Hsuan, a professional swimmer battling profound insecurity about his size. This deep-seated complex has made finding a boyfriend an insurmountable challenge, with the thought of intimacy entirely out of reach. His greatest fear manifests during a pivotal race when a swimsuit malfunction exposes his "small secret" to everyone present. Devastated and mortified, Hsuan retreats into a month of isolation, consumed by shame.

Encouraged by a supportive friend, Hsuan eventually finds the courage to return to the familiar environment of the swimming pool. It's there that he has an unexpected encounter with Fong, a former junior classmate he secretly admired. This chance reunion sparks a glimmer of hope. The film explores whether Hsuan can overcome his crippling shame, confront his long-held insecurities, and finally open himself up to the possibility of finding true love with Fong, ultimately learning valuable lessons in self-acceptance and happiness.

Country: Taiwanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Comedy; Romance